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Book Synopsis: A retrospective of the preeminent Greek-born American artist, who was a pioneer in the use of neon in the realm of fine art. Prolific multimedia artist Stephen Antonakos (1926–2013) is best known for his resplendent abstract neon sculptures—instantly recognizable for their vibrant colors and crisp geometry. Along with well-known artists Lucio Fontana, Bruce Nauman, Keith Sonnier, and his compatriot Chryssa, Antonakos brought new perceptual and formal possibilities to the medium of neon.
This comprehensive book comprises Antonakos’s diverse output of neon, canvases, drawings, travel collages, chapels, and gold works, all of which reflect an abiding concern with illumination, incomplete geometric shapes, and an almost mystical spirituality that is manifest throughout his oeuvre, from his overtly religious pieces to his playful assembled collages from his trips to Greece. His later works feature neon lights placed behind painted or gold-leaf panels, often bathing the surfaces and the surrounding space in gold halos like Byzantine icons, a tradition that has long fascinated this extraordinary artist.
Author David Ebony provides research on Antonakos as a central figure in the international avant-garde of the 1960s and ’70s. He also discusses the artist’s Greek heritage and legacy, as well as the spiritual and mystical aspects of his later works.
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Discover the bold and visionary artistry of Stephen Antonakos in our stunning book, Neon and Geometry. Immerse yourself in the world of this Greek-born American artist who revolutionized the use of neon in fine art. Antonakos pushed boundaries and brought new perceptual and formal possibilities to the medium, joining the ranks of esteemed artists such as Lucio Fontana and Keith Sonnier.
Experience the resplendent beauty of Antonakos's abstract neon sculptures, instantly recognizable for their vibrant colors and crisp geometry. In Neon and Geometry, you'll find an extensive collection of his neon works, canvases, drawings, travel collages, and golden creations, all highlighting his fascination with illumination and incomplete geometric shapes.
Step into a world of enchantment as you explore Antonakos's oeuvre, from his overtly religious pieces to his playful collages inspired by his trips to Greece. Witness his mesmerizing later works, where neon lights illuminate painted or gold-leaf panels, casting a golden halo reminiscent of Byzantine icons.
This comprehensive book offers a valuable insight into the life and legacy of Stephen Antonakos as a central figure in the international avant-garde movement of the 1960s and '70s. Acclaimed author David Ebony delves deep into Antonakos's Greek heritage, examining the spiritual and mystical elements that permeate his later works.
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