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Book Synopsis: An overdue evaluation of the life and work of a prolific and significant contemporary artist Cuban-born artist Carmen Herrera (b. 1915) has painted for more than seven decades, though it is only in recent years that acclaim for her work has catapulted the artist to international prominence. This handsome volume offers the first sustained examination of her early career from 1948–78, which spans the art worlds of Havana, Paris, and New York. Essays consider the artist’s early studies in Cuba, her involvement with the Salon des Réalités Nouvelles in post-war Paris, and her groundbreaking New York output, as well as situate her work in the context of a broader Latin American avant-garde art. An essay by Dana Miller considers Herrera’s New York work of the 1950s through the 1970s, when Herrera was arriving at and perfecting her signature style of hard edge abstraction. Personal family photographs from Herrera’s archive enrich the narrative, and a chronology addressing the entirety of her life and career features additional documentary images. Over 80 works are illustrated as color plates, making this book the most extensive representation of Herrera’s work to date.
Distributed for the Whitney Museum of American Art
Exhibition Schedule:
Whitney Museum of American Art (09/16/16–01/02/17)
Wexner Center for the Arts (02/04/17–04/16/17)
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Discover the extraordinary life and groundbreaking work of Carmen Herrera with Lines of Sight, a captivating book that delves into her remarkable journey as an artist. Born in Cuba in 1915, Herrera's talent has spanned more than seven decades, and now she is finally receiving the international acclaim she deserves.
Immerse yourself in the art worlds of Havana, Paris, and New York as this handsome volume provides a comprehensive examination of Herrera's early career from 1948-1978. Gain insights into her early studies in Cuba, her influential involvement with the Salon des Réalités Nouvelles in post-war Paris, and her trailblazing output in the vibrant city of New York.
With essays that shed light on Herrera's artistic journey and contributions to the Latin American avant-garde, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for her innovative style. Dive into the thought-provoking words of Dana Miller, who explores Herrera's iconic New York works from the 1950s to the 1970s, where she perfected her distinctive hard edge abstraction.
Accompanied by personal family photographs from Herrera's archive and a chronological account of her entire life and career, this book presents over 80 of her stunning works as color plates, making it the most extensive representation of Herrera's art to date.
Don't miss out on this remarkable tribute to a true artistic pioneer. Order your copy of Carmen Herrera: Lines of Sight today and embark on a transformative journey through the life and legacy of this influential contemporary artist.
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