Shifting Paradigms in Contemporary Ceramics: The Garth Clark and Mark Del Vecchio Collection (Museum of Fine Arts, Houston)
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| Rating | : | 4.98 (882 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0300169973 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 496 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-08-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"Not Just For Potters" according to Peter Baklava. A really handsome and well-produced volume, "Shifting Paradigms" is saddled with a cumbersome title. "Paradigms" is a tin foil business/art word that is supposed to supply some glamour, but instead is remarkably overused. It's understandable, because Garth Clark and Mark DelVecchio (authors) ha. silvia_sp said It is a reference ! I really recommend it!. It is a beautiful and precious work. This is a rich book for anyone interested in studying Ceramic Art History,there are well written and dense texts, the writers are great. There are the iconic names of Ceramics Art with spectacular and wonderful photos. This book is a reference for those who . superb collection but in site on what two collectors love. An Ohio Consumer Not only a superb collection but in site on what two collectors love.
Together, they represent major shifts in the techniques and aesthetics of ceramics from the mid-20th century to the present day.In compelling essays, Clark and Del Vecchio relate their experiences in building the collection, while other scholars examine the various facets of contemporary ceramics. As gallerists and collectors, Garth Clark and Mark Del Vecchio have helped shape the field of ceramics by expanding notions of the medium's possibilities. This comprehensive catalogue features, for the first time in its entirety, their esteemed collection of ceramics, acquired by the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, in 2007. These 478 works, produced by leading artists from more than twenty countries, range from functional wares and modern vessels to sculptural works and postmodern objects. With detailed entries on 125 featured works, an illustrated checklist of the collection, and artists' biographies, this book promises to be a touchstone reference.
“The breadth and quality of the collection and the detailed entries accompanying roughly a quarter of the works make this volume an effective update and expansion of Clark’s American Ceramics: 1876- the Present…Recommended.”—Choice