Art of Feminism: Images that Shaped the Fight for Equality

The Art of Feminism is a comprehensive survey of feminist artworks from the mid-nineteenth to the twenty-first century, featuring over 350 remarkable artworks. It charts the birth of the feminist aesthetic and its development over two centuries, from political posters to stunning paintings.

Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2019
Publisher: Tate Publishing

Spanning a remarkable journey through the evolution of feminist artworks on a global scale, this comprehensive survey delves into the profound impact feminists have had on art and visual culture from the mid-nineteenth to the twenty-first century. The Art of Feminism serves as a comprehensive chronicle, tracing the emergence of the feminist aesthetic and its remarkable evolution over two centuries, coinciding with the transformative journey of women worldwide. Within its pages, readers are treated to an awe-inspiring collection of over 350 remarkable artworks, encompassing a diverse range of mediums such as political posters, striking paintings, provocative sculptures, intricate textiles, handcrafted crafts, captivating performances, digital installations, and more. The book commences with a captivating exploration of poster images created by the Suffrage Atelier in the nineteenth century, paving the way for subsequent developments during both World Wars. It then gracefully transitions into the vibrant era of feminist art, flourishing in the 1960s. More recent artworks, showcased in this remarkable compilation, vividly depict the evolution of feminism from the fall of the Berlin Wall to the present day, featuring the works of renowned artists like Zanele Muholi, Paula Rego, Lenka Clayton, Sethembile Msezane, Andrea Bowers, Tanja Ostojic, Aliaa Magda Elmahdy, and Zoe Leonard. Additionally, the book showcases the talents of other notable artists, including Valie Export, Ketty La Rocca, Ewa Partum, Carolee Schneemann, Sanja Ivekovic, Senga Nengudi, Eva Hesse, Lynda Benglis, Suzy Lake, Barbara Kruger, Sophie Calle, Nancy Spero, Marina Abramovic, Mary Kelly, Judy Chicago, Faith Ringgold, and Sonia Boyce.

Edited with meticulous care by Helena Reckitt, this extraordinary publication is further enriched by insightful texts provided by Lucinda Gosling, Hilary Robinson, and Amy Tobin. Additionally, it features a preface penned by Maria Balshaw, Director of Tate, and a foreword by Xabier Arakistain, a former director of del Centro Cultural Montehermoso Kulturunea, Spain. The Art of Feminism stands as a testament to the enduring power of feminist art, serving as a catalyst for change, empowerment, and the celebration of women's voices and experiences. It is a testament to the profound impact feminists have had on shaping the artistic landscape, challenging societal norms, and advocating for gender equality.

Weight: 1540g
Dimension: 257 x 286 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781849766494