Tom Otterness - The Tables - Softcover

The Tables Book by Tom Otterness

Softcover. Zustand: Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice older book in good condition. Pages in good condition. Cover has wear and some spine damge but pages are great. Softcover. English. Pub Year 1991, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> The Tables Book by Tom Otterness explores the influential artistic landscape of the 1980s, marked by significant movements such as Neo-expressionism and critical media engagement. This period saw the resurgence of painting's prominence, alongside the emergence of feminist critiques addressing patriarchal structures. The book examines the substantial impact of European artists on American art, the celebration of painting, and the rising auction prices that reflected this revitalisation. Theoretical critiques of Modernism led to a crisis in representation, while the broader themes of multiculturalism challenged established ethnocentric traditions and institutions. The decade closed amid the toll of AIDS, economic downturns, and rising censorship, presenting a complex interplay of events and themes.Otterness's work is notably distinct; he navigated the art scene by either participating in collaborative endeavours or forging an independent, politically engaged aesthetic. A founding member of Collaborative Projects, Inc. (Colab) in New York, he gained recognition in the late 1970s through his hydrocal figures, which he referred to as small monuments. His interest in public sculpture is evident; he sought to create art that was both accessible and monumental, as demonstrated by the affordability of his sculptures. In 1985, Otterness's vision expanded with his ambitious bronze and steel Tables, which became a significant focus of his artistic practice.Throughout the narrative, Otterness's sensitivity to historicism shapes his approach, allowing him to adapt his sculptures into an infinitely versatile format. The Tables Book serves as a vital lens through which to understand the evolving dynamics of art and the role of public engagement in sculpture during this pivotal decade. Artikel-Nr. Batch-FM714-G-14423

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