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QUESTION 1

The terms "beauty" and "aesthetics" have long been subjects of philosophical debate, often
seen as subjective concepts influenced by personal, cultural, or historical contexts. Marcia
Eaton, in her book Basic Issues in Aesthetics (1998), explores the complexities surrounding the
definitions of these terms. Despite the difficulties, it is possible to argue that "beauty" and
"aesthetics" can be defined objectively. By examining the foundations of aesthetic theory and
drawing from Eaton’s arguments as well as contemporary examples, this essay will argue that
these concepts, while nuanced, can be understood through universal principles that transcend
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QUESTION 1

Introduction

The terms "beauty" and "aesthetics" have long been subjects of philosophical debate, often
seen as subjective concepts influenced by personal, cultural, or historical contexts. Marcia
Eaton, in her book Basic Issues in Aesthetics (1998), explores the complexities surrounding
the definitions of these terms. Despite the difficulties, it is possible to argue that "beauty"
and "aesthetics" can be defined objectively. By examining the foundations of aesthetic
theory and drawing from Eaton’s arguments as well as contemporary examples, this essay
will argue that these concepts, while nuanced, can be understood through universal
principles that transcend individual preferences.

Defining Aesthetics and Beauty

To understand whether "beauty" and "aesthetics" can be defined objectively, it is essential
to first explore their meanings. Aesthetics, as a branch of philosophy, examines the nature
of art, beauty, and taste. It is concerned with the creation and appreciation of beauty, as well
as how individuals perceive and interpret sensory experiences. Beauty, on the other hand,
refers to qualities that give pleasure to the senses, particularly sight, and is often associated
with harmony, symmetry, and balance.

Eaton acknowledges that beauty is often viewed as subjective because what one person
finds beautiful may not appeal to another. However, she argues that there are objective
features of objects that make them aesthetically pleasing, and these features can be
universally recognized. For instance, the proportion and symmetry of classical architecture
or the harmony in musical compositions are often seen as beautiful across different cultures
and time periods. Such qualities can be measured and appreciated based on aesthetic
principles, suggesting that beauty is not entirely in the eye of the beholder.

Objective Features in Aesthetics

One of the key arguments for the possibility of defining aesthetics and beauty objectively
lies in the existence of measurable, universal principles. In her discussion, Eaton points to
the idea that certain patterns, proportions, and balances are consistently recognized as
aesthetically pleasing. For example, the "golden ratio," a mathematical proportion found in
nature, art, and architecture, is often cited as a basis for objective beauty. The Parthenon in
Athens and Leonardo da Vinci's Vitruvian Man are often held up as examples of the golden

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