500x Art in Public Contributor(s): Van Uffelen, Chris (Author) |
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ISBN: 3037680989 ISBN-13: 9783037680988 Publisher: Braun Publishing
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Hardcover Published: January 2011 * Out of Print * |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Art | Reference - Art | Public Art |
Dewey: 700 |
Physical Information: 1.2" H x 8.6" W x 11.5" L (4.05 lbs) 272 pages |
Features: Illustrated, Index, Price on Product, Table of Contents |
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Publisher Description: Art has always made a substantial contribution to cultural identity. This impact is considerably enhanced when a work of art is created for a public place and takes on a space-defining function. Whatever the shape, size or medium, art in public, accessible to all, attracts attention. Its presence provokes thought, questions assumptions, expresses values, and adds new qualities to communities and cities. In this volume, selected works introduce the history of public art over 4,500 years of historical eras and styles, including world-famous landmarks such as the Great Sphinx of Giza, the Trevi Fountain or the Statue of Liberty. The majority of art works presented here are from modern times, allowing an in-depth look at contemporary works by important artists like Alexander Calder, Nam June Paik, Jeff Koons, Eduardo Chillida or Ai Weiwei. |
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