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A New Volume In The Acclaimed World Of Art Series: Featuring Work Across A Range Of Media That Represents The Human Body. This International Survey Presents Art Made Over The Last Two Decades In Which The Human Form Is Central. From Painting And Sculpture To Installation, Video Art, And Performance, It Examines The Roles Played By The Body In Art, From Being The Subject Of Portraiture To Becoming An Active Presence In Participatory Events.Organized Thematically, The Book Focuses On Subjects Such As Nature And Technology, The Grotesque, Identity Politics, And The Place Of The Individual In Society. Featuring Work By Artists Such As Matthew Barney, Marlene Dumas, Olafur Eliasson, Oleg Kulik, And Ernesto Neto, It Shows How The Body Continues To Be Pivotal To The Understanding And Expression Of Our Place In The Universe. 251 Illustrations, 202 In Colour
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Q: What is the main focus of 'The Body in Contemporary Art'?A: 'The Body in Contemporary Art' explores the representation of the human body in various art forms over the last two decades, including painting, sculpture, video art, and performance.
Q: Who is the author of this book?A: The book is authored by Sally O'Reilly.
Q: When was 'The Body in Contemporary Art' published?A: 'The Body in Contemporary Art' was published on October 26, 2009.
Q: What type of binding does this book have?A: This book is available in paperback binding.
Q: How many pages does the book have?A: The book contains a total of 224 pages.
Q: Are there illustrations in the book?A: Yes, the book features 251 illustrations, with 202 of them in color.
Q: What themes are covered in the book?A: The book organizes its content thematically, covering subjects such as nature and technology, the grotesque, identity politics, and the individual's role in society.
Q: Which artists are featured in this book?A: The book showcases works by various artists, including Matthew Barney, Marlene Dumas, Olafur Eliasson, Oleg Kulik, and Ernesto Neto.
Q: Is this book part of a series?A: 'The Body in Contemporary Art' is a new volume in the acclaimed World of Art series.
Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book?A: Readers can expect to gain insights into how the human body is pivotal to understanding art and its expression in contemporary society.
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