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Michael Asher: Writings 19731983 on Works 19691979,New
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An essential and long outofprint document of formative works by institutional critique progenitor Michael AsherOriginally published in 1983, Writings 19731983 on Works 19691979, by Los Angeles artist Michael Asher (19432012) presents select documentation of 33 works through writings, photographs, architectural floor plans, exhibition announcements and other ephemera.For most of his career, Asher did not create traditional art objects; instead, he altered the existing institutional apparatus through which art is presented, creating work that intervened in the architectural, social or economic systems that undergird how art is produced and experienced. For example, in 1974, he removed the partition wall dividing the office and gallery space of the Claire S. Copley Gallery in Los Angeles, revealing the daytoday activities of the gallery to the public. In another work from 1979, Asher had a bronze replica of a late 18thcentury sculpture of George Washington moved from the exterior of the Art Institute of Chicago to a museum gallery that housed 18thcentury art, reintroducing the statue to its original period context and shifting its function from public monument to indoor sculpture.Due to its site and timespecific nature, Ashers work generally ceased to exist after an exhibition, which makes this highly soughtafter book an invaluable resource. As the artist states in the introduction: This book as a finished product will have a material permanence that contradicts the actual impermanence of the artwork, yet paradoxically functions as a testimony to that impermanence of my production.Initiated by Kasper Knig, Writings 19731983 on Works 19691979 was originally copublished by the Press of the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design and the Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, and was largely shaped by Ashers close collaboration with Benjamin H.D. Buchloh, who succeeded Knig as editor of the press.
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- Q: What is 'Michael Asher: Writings 1973–1983 on Works 1969–1979' about? A: This book documents formative works by Michael Asher, featuring writings, photographs, and exhibition materials related to 33 of his projects, emphasizing his approach to institutional critique.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Benjamin H.D. Buchloh, who collaborated closely with Michael Asher in its development.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on November 16, 2021.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in a paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 229 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic purposes? A: Yes, the book serves as an essential resource for students and scholars interested in contemporary art and institutional critique.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New' and has not been previously owned or read.
- Q: Can you describe the significance of Michael Asher's work? A: Michael Asher's work is significant for its focus on altering the institutional frameworks of art presentation rather than creating traditional art objects, which challenges viewers' perceptions of art.
- Q: What type of content can I expect in this book? A: The book includes a mix of writings, photographs, floor plans, and exhibition announcements that document Asher's works and his conceptual approach.
- Q: Is this book still in print? A: This book is long out-of-print, making it a highly sought-after resource for collectors and enthusiasts of contemporary art.