Format:
109 S.
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überw. Ill.
ISBN:
0937108383
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0937108375
Content:
Examines the relationship between the work of renowned surrealist Roberto Matta (1912-2002) and his son, conceptual artist, Gordon Matta-Clark (1943-1978). This book explores how Matta-Clark's exposure to artistic circles of his father's generation influenced his work, and how that played a role in the evolution of 1970s conceptual art.
Content:
"Transmission" is a comprehensive examination of the relationship between the work of renowned surrealist Roberto Matta (1912-2002) and his son, conceptual artist, Gordon Matta-Clark (1943-1978). The book explores how Matta-Clark's exposure to artistic circles of his father's generation influenced the direction that his art would take, and how that played a role in the evolution of 1970s conceptual art. Essays draw parallels between the way each artist absorbed artistic and cultural trends to conceive new significant models for art. Sculpture, paintings, and works on paper by Matta, and sculpture, photographs, and works on paper by Matta-Clark are illustrated.
Note:
Exhibition catalog. - Includes bibliographical references and index
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Contributors include Betty-Sue Hertz, Briony Fer, Justo Pastor Mellado, and Anthony Vidler.
Language:
English
Subjects:
Art History
Keywords:
Matta, Roberto Sebastian 1911-2002
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Matta-Clark, Gordon 1943-1978
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Ausstellungskatalog
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Ausstellungskatalog
Author information:
Matta, Roberto Sebastian 1911-2002
Author information:
Matta-Clark, Gordon 1943-1978
Author information:
Fer, Briony 1956-