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Devices Of Wonder: From The World In A Box To Images On A Screen
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An Inquiry Into Emergent Media'S Rich Lineage, Devices Of Wonder Explores The Artful Machines Humans Have Used To Augment Visual Perception.The Encyclopedic Cabinet Of Curiosities Serves As A Model For This Study Of The Archaic Instruments Lurking In Stateofthe Art Technology. Featured In Devices Of Wonder Are Android Automata, Lunar Landscapes, Perspective Theaters, Vues D'Optique, Microscopes, Magnetic Games, Magic Lanterns, Camera Obscuras, Boxes By Joseph Cornell, Lucas Samaras'S Mirrored Room, Suzanne Anker'S Zoosemiotics, Mark Tilden'S Unibug 3.1, Panoramic Works By Jeff Wall And Giovanni Lusieri, Paintings By Jeanbaptiste Chardin And Joseph Wright Of Derby, Projections By Diana Thater And James Turrell, And A Popup Book By Kara Walker.Barbara Stafford'S Introduction Weaves These Fascinating Artifacts Into A Provocative Narrative Analyzing The Complex Links Between Old And New Media. Her Wideranging Investigation Is Complemented By Thirtyone Short Essays In Which Frances Terpak Tracks The Often Surprising Connections Among Individual Items. Like The Cabinet Of Curiosities, Devices Of Wonder Functions As An Analogical Instrument, Reframing The Beautiful Eye Machines That Continue To Mediate Our Encounters With The World.This Book Is Published In Conjunction With An Exhibition At The Getty Museum From November 13, 2001, Through February 6, 2002.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Devices of Wonder'? A: 'Devices of Wonder' explores the lineage of emergent media and the artful machines that enhance visual perception. It examines the connections between historical artifacts and modern technology.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Barbara Stafford, who provides an introduction that weaves the artifacts into a narrative about old and new media.
- Q: What type of book is 'Devices of Wonder'? A: 'Devices of Wonder' is a paperback book published as a first edition, featuring a total of 400 pages.
- Q: What are some examples of the artifacts discussed in the book? A: The book discusses various artifacts such as android automata, camera obscuras, magic lanterns, and works by artists like Kara Walker and Jeff Wall.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art and media students? A: 'Devices of Wonder' is suitable for art and media students as it provides a detailed analysis of the interplay between historical and contemporary visual technologies.
- Q: When was 'Devices of Wonder' published? A: 'Devices of Wonder' was published on December 6, 2001.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have some wear but is still readable.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or images? A: 'Devices of Wonder' contains illustrations and images of the artifacts discussed, enhancing the reader's understanding of the content.
- Q: What is the significance of the 'cabinet of curiosities' in the book? A: The 'cabinet of curiosities' serves as a model for the study in the book, illustrating how historical instruments connect to modern visual technologies.
- Q: Where was the exhibition related to this book held? A: The exhibition related to 'Devices of Wonder' was held at the Getty Museum from November 13, 2001, to February 6, 2002.