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Per Kirkeby
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Born in Denmark in 1938, Per Kirkeby gained renown as a leading figure in the New Painting movement of the 1980s, alongside artists such as Georg Baselitz and A.R. Penck. Kirkebys fervent excavation of art history across a range of styles and media reflect his training as a geologist. This lavishly illustrated book, the most comprehensive volume on Kirkeby ever published in English, traces the trajectory of an artistic career that has spanned half a century.Beginning with Kirkebys early history paintings and moving through his engagement with Pop Art, sculpture, largescale heroic paintings, and his pastoral Walden series of the 1990s, the book contrasts his monumental works with previously unpublished smallscale watercolors of Greenland landscapes, etchings, and the blackboards on which Kirkeby mapped out his ideas. With a newly commissioned essay by Richard Shiff, an interview with the artist conducted by curator Achim BorchardtHume, and a selection of Kirkebys own extensive writings, the book provides invaluable insight into the mind of an inimitable artist.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Per Kirkeby'? A: The book 'Per Kirkeby' focuses on the artistic career of Danish artist Per Kirkeby, exploring his evolution through various styles and media over half a century.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Achim Borchardt-Hume, who also conducted an interview with Per Kirkeby featured in the volume.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 144 pages filled with illustrations and insightful content about Kirkeby's work.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is a paperback, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: What artistic movements does the book cover? A: The book covers various artistic movements including New Painting, Pop Art, and Kirkeby's unique approaches to sculpture and large-scale paintings.
- Q: Does the book include any original content from the artist? A: Yes, the book includes Kirkeby's extensive writings, providing a personal insight into his thoughts and artistic processes.
- Q: Is there any critical analysis included in the book? A: Yes, the book features a newly commissioned essay by Richard Shiff, offering critical insights into Kirkeby's work.
- Q: Are there images of Kirkeby's artworks in the book? A: Yes, the book is lavishly illustrated with images of both large-scale works and previously unpublished small-scale watercolors.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on September 1, 2009.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other art books? A: This book is considered the most comprehensive volume on Per Kirkeby ever published in English, providing a detailed overview of his artistic journey and evolution.