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Art And The City: Civic Imagination And Cultural Authority In Los Angeles,Used
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No longer represented only by Hollywood and the commercial fashion industry, Los Angeles in recent years has received international media attention as one of the world's new art centers. From the appearance of local artists in major European exhibitions to widely reported multimilliondollar museum endowments, Los Angeles has entered the world cultural stage.Art and the City: Civic Imagination and Cultural Authority in Los Angeles places this celebrated arrival in the richer context of art controversies and political contests over modern art and art spaces in the twentieth century. The Ferus Gallery's popinfused 'L.A. Look' and 'finishfetish,' now synonymous with Los Angeles's postwar modernist aesthetics, emerged from a dispersed art community that struggled in the 1950s to find a toehold in a local scene reeling from the censure of the McCarthy era. The Watts Towers have long faced neglect despite their international fame, while Venice Beach, Barnsdall Park, Griffith Park, and Olvera Street proved highly contentious sites of urban cultural expression.Challenging historical accounts that situate the city's origins as an art center in the 1960s, Art and the City argues that debates over modernism among artists and civic leaders alike made art a charged political site as early as the 1910s. The legacy of those early battles reverberated throughout the century. Because of a rich tradition of arts education and the presence of Hollywood, Los Angeles historically hosted a talented population of contemporary artists. However, because of the snug relationship between urban aesthetics and capital investment that underscored the booster goals of the civic arts movement, modern artists were pushed out of public exhibition spaces until after World War II. Art and the City uncovers the historic struggles for cultural expression and creative space that are hidden behind the city's booster mythology.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Art and the City'? A: 'Art and the City: Civic Imagination and Cultural Authority in Los Angeles' examines the evolution of Los Angeles as an art center, emphasizing the political and cultural struggles that shaped its artistic landscape from the early 20th century.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Art and the City' is Sarah Schrank, who explores the historical context of art in Los Angeles.
- Q: What type of book is 'Art and the City'? A: 'Art and the City' is a scholarly work that falls under the category of Arts & Photography, focusing on cultural history and civic imagination.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Art and the City' is listed as a used book in good condition, ensuring that it is still a quality read despite being pre-owned.
- Q: How many pages does 'Art and the City' have? A: 'Art and the City: Civic Imagination and Cultural Authority in Los Angeles' consists of 224 pages, providing an in-depth look at its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'Art and the City' published? A: 'Art and the City' was published on March 17, 2011, offering insights into the art scene of Los Angeles in a historical context.
- Q: What binding does the book have? A: 'Art and the City' is available in paperback binding, making it a lightweight and portable option for readers.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes in 'Art and the City' include the impact of political contests on art, the historical significance of various cultural sites, and the relationship between modern artists and civic authorities in Los Angeles.
- Q: Is there any specific focus on notable art locations in Los Angeles? A: Yes, the book discusses notable locations such as the Watts Towers, Venice Beach, and Barnsdall Park, highlighting their roles in urban cultural expression.
- Q: Does the book contain any visual elements or illustrations? A: The primary focus of 'Art and the City' is textual analysis and historical narrative; any visual elements would be supplementary to the content discussed.