Comparing Megg's Morality And Myth Of The Bauhaus
The Bauhaus, a German design school, is widely known for the approach to contemporary design that it cultivated, however, evaluations have been made to oppose the idealistic portrayal of the school. Phillip B. Meggs’ The Bauhaus and the New Typography, and Dietmar R. Winkler’s Morality and Myth: The Bauhaus Reassessed explore the Bauhaus, and its impact towards modern design. Winkler argues against the philosophies of the Bauhaus while Meggs’ arguments remain neutral, but very informative. Although both articles examine the Bauhaus thoroughly, Winkler’s powerful arguments help express the Bauhaus from a different perspective, allowing one to understand the flaws of the Bauhaus’ morals.
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The author portrays the Bauhaus from a negative perspective, but use strong evidence to endorse their reasoning. Winkler’s article takes one side against the teachings of the Bauhaus which can appear highly opinionated as it does not elaborate on the successes of the school. The viewer only receives an angled perception on the Bauhaus, but doing so can also enhance Winker’s claims. By relying on a systematic analysis instead of a personal opinion, the author minimizes bias. This allows the article to illustrate powerful assertions while maintaining its factual …show more content…
The article’s narrative structure demonstrates the Bauhaus’ history in a chronological and geographical manner; initially originating in Weimar (1919-24), moving to Dessau (1925-32), discontinuing in Berlin (1933), and re-establishing as the Institute of Design in Chicago (1937). The author also recognizes important individuals such as the certain faculty members and presents their influences towards the Bauhaus. Meggs’ article remains neutral as it simply states historical facts without questioning any ideas or aspects of the Bauhaus. Although this article is compiled with certifiable information, there are very few arguments being expressed in the article. By simply narrating the history of the Bauhaus, the author provides enough information for the reader to examine and criticize the influences of the
In Dietmar R. Winkler’s Morality and Myth: The Bauhaus …show more content…
The author portrays the Bauhaus from a negative perspective, but use strong evidence to endorse their reasoning. Winkler’s article takes one side against the teachings of the Bauhaus which can appear highly opinionated as it does not elaborate on the successes of the school. The viewer only receives an angled perception on the Bauhaus, but doing so can also enhance Winker’s claims. By relying on a systematic analysis instead of a personal opinion, the author minimizes bias. This allows the article to illustrate powerful assertions while maintaining its factual …show more content…
The article’s narrative structure demonstrates the Bauhaus’ history in a chronological and geographical manner; initially originating in Weimar (1919-24), moving to Dessau (1925-32), discontinuing in Berlin (1933), and re-establishing as the Institute of Design in Chicago (1937). The author also recognizes important individuals such as the certain faculty members and presents their influences towards the Bauhaus. Meggs’ article remains neutral as it simply states historical facts without questioning any ideas or aspects of the Bauhaus. Although this article is compiled with certifiable information, there are very few arguments being expressed in the article. By simply narrating the history of the Bauhaus, the author provides enough information for the reader to examine and criticize the influences of the