According to the author, the most important meaning of an artwork is:
A. what is established by the author.
B. what is written by the art historian.
C. what it means to the viewer.
D. All of these.
E. None of these answers are correct.
C
Some works of art become meaningful for a viewer; the viewer's own experiences, thoughts, and emotions find a place in them.
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