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Francis Alys: Politics of Rehearsal

Door Russell Ferguson

Categorie
Algemeen Kunst
Boeknummer
#334084-KL22
Titel
Francis Alys: Politics of Rehearsal
Auteur
Ferguson, Russell
Boektype
Paperback
Uitgeverij
Göttingen : Steidl Publishers
Jaar van uitgave
2007
ISBN10
3865214746
ISBN13
9783865214744
Taal
Engels
Beschrijving
Paperback, numerous colour and b/w illustrations, CD in pocket in rear, 4to.
Samenvatting

The Politics of Rehearsal accompanies the first large-scale American museum exhibit on Francis Alys, one of the most acclaimed artists working today. The centerpiece of the book is Alys' Rehearsal (Ensayo) series, but a number of related earlier works are included. "Ensayo 1, 1999-2000" shows a red Volkswagen Beetle attempting to ascend a steep hill in Tijuana: its attempts are synchronized with the sound track of Mexican danzon musicians rehearsing. "Ensayo 2, 2005" follows the rehearsal of a dancer practicing a striptease, and "Ensayo 3" will be produced by Alys specifically for the exhibition. Other works include "When Faith Moves Mountains" and "Song for Lupita," as well as many paintings, photographs and drawings. This significant ne
... (Lees verder)w publication contains a DVD and an in-depth exploration of Alys's oeuvre by Russell Ferguson, organizer of the exhibition, focusing on the theme of rehearsal, which is so characteristic of Alys' work.
Pagina's
142
Conditie
Goed
Prijs
€ 35,00

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