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Book Synopsis: For nearly sixty years, Richard Artschwager (b. 1923) has undertaken an unrelenting investigation of art's ability to mediate contemporary experience and perception. Although his work, which includes sculpture, painting, prints, and drawing, is often characterized as having elements of Pop Art, Minimalism, and Conceptual Art, his practice defies easy categorization and his oeuvre is not entirely understood. In Richard Artschwager! the breadth of the artist's idealistic, diverse work, and unconventional materials, such as Formica, rubberized hair, and Celotex, is fully illustrated and explored for the first time. The four essays in this volume illuminate previously unaddressed aspects of Artschwager's work, including his response to life in the age of mechanical reproduction, the relationship of his work to mainstream art, and his recent work's connection with Post-Impressionism. These texts, along with new photographs, previously unpublished archival images, and details of his materials, offer a compelling new look at one of the most singular artists of the 20th century and why he remains a highly influential figure today.
Distributed for the Whitney Museum of American Art
Exhibition Schedule:
- Whitney Museum of American Art(10/25/12–02/03/13)
- Hammer Museum, Los Angeles(06/16/13–09/01/13)
- Nouveau Musée National de Monaco(02/20/14–05/11/14)
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Discover the captivating world of Richard Artschwager! This extraordinary book takes you on a journey through the artist's nearly sixty-year exploration of contemporary experience and perception. With his unique blend of Pop Art, Minimalism, and Conceptual Art, Artschwager defies categorization and his work remains enigmatic and enthralling. In this volume, you will find a comprehensive collection of his sculptures, paintings, prints, and drawings, featuring unconventional materials like Formica and rubberized hair. Dive into the four thought-provoking essays that shed light on previously unexplored aspects of Artschwager's art. Gain a new understanding of his response to the age of mechanical reproduction, his relationship with mainstream art, and how his recent work pays homage to Post-Impressionism. This book is a testament to the genius and influence of one of the most remarkable artists of the 20th century, making it an essential addition to any art lover's collection.
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