The feeling of tradition and possibilities of novelty in art

This study provides an analysis of the concept of new and traditional studies in the middle of the last century scientists. Made ordering and generalized notion of tradition, led to the conclusion that the tradition is important in art and only in the context of the tradition can be understood as a work of art. An important factor in understanding of the art is awareness of traditions both by artists and audience. For the artist, it is important to know the tradition, not to be repeated. For the viewer it is important to know in order to assess the work of art adequately and understand it.