The purposes of art

"Artists must continue the conquest of new territory and new taboos"

- Norman Rosenthal, Director of the Royal Academy of Arts, London

There is a perception that contemporary art does not follow linear time model, it is "outside", that is its coordinates can not be designated, it is impossible to distinguish its purpose. However, I do not agree with this opinion. The purpose of works of art may be

  - to communicate ideas, such as in politically, spiritually, or philosophically motivated art; 

  - to create a sense of beauty; 

  - to explore the nature of perception; 

  - for pleasure; 

  - to generate strong emotions. 
The purpose may also be seemingly nonexistent.