Artwork shown in museums can make people happier on one condition, says study
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A new study out of the University of Florence in Italy has found that improving the cultural experience of "non-expert" visitors is critical work for art museums — here's how.
This suggests higher comprehension and a more satisfying aesthetic experience, the study found. The effects might be specific to modern art, the researchers noted. "Reading detailed information about artworks leads to psychophysiological and behavioral changes." Maureen Mackey is managing editor of lifestyle for Fox News Digital.
The results of the study showed that visitors lingered in front of artworks longer and exhibited more signs of excitement when given detailed descriptions of each piece, compared to seeing basic labels.
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