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Book Synopsis: Top 10 Title, Art/Architecture/Photography, Publishers Weekly Spring 2021 Announcement IssueThe Phillips Collection―America’s first museum of modern art―was founded in Washington, DC, in 1921 by Duncan Phillips as a memorial to his father, Duncan Clinch Phillips, and his brother, James, who died in the 1918 Spanish flu epidemic. Recognizing the healing power of art, Phillips sought to inspire others to “see beautifully as true artists see.” This ground-breaking volume, planned in conjunction with the museum’s centennial, offers an unprecedented breadth of insights and inclusive narratives on the Phillips’s growing art collection from a range of voices, including artists, curators, and critics, who shed light on the museum’s acquisitions since 2000.
Seeing Differently features diverse artistic expressions across wide-ranging media by renowned artists from the 19th to the 21st centuries, including John Akomfrah, Benny Andrews, Esther Bubley, Edgar Degas, Anselm Kiefer, Simone Leigh, and Aimé Mpane. This richly illustrated book includes an opening essay by Phillips director Dorothy Kosinski, artist conversations with John Edmonds, Whitfield Lovell, Alyson Shotz, and the late David C. Driskell, and 11 thematic essays by scholars and practitioners across disciplines. Its over 200 plates feature paintings, sculptures, videos, quilts, prints, and photographs, many with object responses by notable contributors, including artists Anthony Gormley, Sean Scully, Renée Stout, and Jennifer Wen Ma, among others.
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Are you ready to see the world differently? Introducing the groundbreaking book, "Seeing Differently: The Phillips Collects for a New Century." This top 10 title in Art/Architecture/Photography is a must-have for any art enthusiast. Immerse yourself in the captivating narratives and breathtaking insights from artists, curators, and critics that shed light on the Phillips Collection's stunning art acquisitions since 2000. With its wide range of artistic expressions from renowned artists such as Edgar Degas, Anselm Kiefer, and Aimé Mpane, this book is a true masterpiece.
Delve into the richly illustrated pages of "Seeing Differently" and embark on a visual journey spanning the 19th to the 21st centuries. Be captivated by the diverse media showcased, including paintings, sculptures, videos, quilts, prints, and photographs. Immerse yourself in the conversations between artists such as John Edmonds, Whitfield Lovell, Alyson Shotz, and the late David C. Driskell as they explore the inspiration behind their creations.
But that's not all – "Seeing Differently" goes beyond the traditional art book. It features 11 thematic essays by scholars and practitioners across disciplines, providing a comprehensive understanding of the collection's significance. Each plate is accompanied by object responses from notable contributors, such as Anthony Gormley, Sean Scully, and Renée Stout, adding a new layer of depth and perspective to the artwork.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of modern art. Experience the transformative power of art and broaden your horizons with "Seeing Differently: The Phillips Collects for a New Century." Purchase your copy today and embark on a journey that will forever change your perspective.
Buy now and be part of the celebration of the Phillips Collection's centennial!
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