The closure of a work of art, its completeness in itself, its clearly defined limits, and its having "a beginning, a middle, and an end" are a universal, cross-cultural criterion of success in art.

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The concept of a work of art having "a beginning, a middle, and an end" is rooted in Western aesthetics, particularly from Aristotle's Poetics, and is not a universal criterion across all cultures. Different cultures may have varying criteria for what constitutes successful art.

The Closure of a Work of Art, Its Completeness in Itself