Doppelte Artikulation: Schriften Zur Neueren Kunst II

Contemporary art is explored in this volume through the lens of Claude Lévi-Strauss' ideas, which emphasize the disruption of sequences and the disturbance of cultural traditions. The book focuses on works of art in which the "first-order units" are themselves artistic works that are cited, recombined, and reworked, deepening our understanding of the disruption of sequences and the disturbance of cultural traditions. The works of art discussed in this book inscribe themselves in a context of transmission that is modified and renewed for experience in the present.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2022
Publisher: De Gruyter

Contemporary art is a vibrant and dynamic field that has been shaped by a range of artistic movements, theories, and practices. In this second volume of Writings on Contemporary Art, we explore the works of art that are themselves artistic works, citing, recombining, and reworking them. These works are characterized by the concept of "first-order units" that are themselves artistic works, which deepens our understanding of the disruption of sequences and the disturbance of cultural traditions.

The works of art discussed in this book inscribe themselves in a context of transmission that is modified and renewed for experience in the present. This volume follows on from vol. I, Existenz und Form (2015), which focused on the relationship between art and existence.

In this volume, we discuss individual artworks and the function of art in culture. We begin with Rembrandt and Sturtevant, two artists who were influential in the development of modern art. Rembrandt's paintings are characterized by their use of light and shadow, while Sturtevant's works are created by combining existing objects.

Next, we turn to Hyun-Sook Song, Latifa Echakhch, Katharina Grosse, Pamela Rosenkranz, and Louise Guerra. Song's works explore the relationship between nature and culture, while Echakhch's works are inspired by the history of art. Grosse's works are characterized by their large-scale installations, while Rosenkranz's works are created using a variety of media, including video and photography. Guerra's works are characterized by their use of color and texture.

Throughout the volume, we explore the various ways in which art can be used to communicate ideas and emotions. We discuss the role of art in social and political movements, as well as its impact on individual lives. We also consider the challenges that artists face in creating and exhibiting their work, and the ways in which they have responded to these challenges.

In conclusion, contemporary art is a rich and diverse field that has the power to inspire, challenge, and transform. This second volume of Writings on Contemporary Art explores the works of art that are themselves artistic works, and the ways in which they can be used to communicate ideas and emotions. By exploring the various ways in which art can be used, we can gain a deeper understanding of the world around us and the role that art plays in our lives.

Weight: 496g
Dimension: 210 x 125 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783110791679
Edition number: New ed