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Book Synopsis: R. Crumb’s obsessions—from sex to the Bible, music, politics, and the vicissitudes and obscenities of daily life—are chronicled in this comprehensive book of work by the illustrious American comic artist.
Instrumental in the formation of the underground comics scene in San Francisco during the 1960s and 1970s, Crumb has ruptured and expanded the boundaries of the graphic arts, redefining comics and cartoons as countercultural art forms. Presenting a slice of Crumb’s unique universe, this book features a wide array of printed matter culled from the artist’s five-decade career—tear sheets of drawings and comics taken directly from the publications where the works first appeared, comic book covers, broadsides from the 1960s and 1970s, and tabloids from Haight-Ashbury, Oakland, the Lower East Side, and other counterculture enclaves, as well as exhibition ephemera.
Complementing this volume are historical works from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries that have inspired Crumb and pages from his rarely seen sketchbooks from the 1970s and 1980s that reveal his exemplary skill as a draftsman. Documenting the critically acclaimed exhibition Drawing for Print: Mind Fucks, Kultur Klashes, Pulp Fiction & Pulp Fact by the Illustrious R. Crumb at David Zwirner, New York, in 2019, curated by Robert Storr, this publication offers an opportunity to immerse oneself in Crumb’s singular mind. In the accompanying text, Storr explores the challenging nature of some of Crumb’s work and the importance of artists who take on the status quo.
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Experience the brilliance of R. Crumb's unparalleled artistry with Crumb's World Book! Delve into the mind of this illustrious American comic artist as he pushes the boundaries of the graphic arts, revolutionizing comics and cartoons as countercultural art forms. From sex to the Bible, music to politics, and the daily struggles of life, Crumb fearlessly explores it all in this comprehensive collection.
Step into the underground comics scene in San Francisco during the iconic 60s and 70s, where Crumb's influence was instrumental in shaping the movement. Immerse yourself in an array of printed materials that span his remarkable five-decade career. Explore tear sheets of drawings and comics, comic book covers, and tabloids from counterculture enclaves like Haight-Ashbury, Oakland, and the Lower East Side.
But that's not all—Crumb's World Book also features inspirational works from centuries past that have deeply influenced Crumb's artistry. From historical pieces of the 18th and 19th centuries to the rarely seen sketches from his sketchbooks, this book showcases the extraordinary skills that make Crumb a true master of his craft.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to submerge yourself in Crumb's unique universe! With thought-provoking text by renowned art critic Robert Storr, you'll gain valuable insights into the challenging and thought-leading nature of Crumb's work. Rediscover the importance of artists who fearlessly challenge the status quo and redefine what art can be.
Experience the mind of R. Crumb and immerse yourself in his remarkable legacy by getting your hands on Crumb's World Book today. Order now and witness the extraordinary journey of an eccentric artist who defied conventions and transformed the world of comics forever.
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