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Eva Hesse - Diaries

Eva Hesse - Diaries

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The diaries of sculptor Eva Hesse provide a unique insight into the life and mind of an icon of American art. Between weekly to-do lists and personal musings, Hesse used her diaries as a space to process her experience of the world and to reckon with what it means to be an artist. Despite personal tragedies and the difficulties she faced as one of the few female artists in the male-dominated postminimalist movement, Hesse remained intrepid in both her life and craft.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 904 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2024
Publisher: Hauser & Wirth


Through her diaries, we gain a profound understanding of Hesse's artistic process, her struggles, and her triumphs. We witness her creative energy and her determination to push the boundaries of what is possible in sculpture and painting. We also see her vulnerability and her fears, as she grapples with the challenges of being an artist in a male-dominated field.

Eva Hesse was a sculptor who became an icon of American art. Her diaries provide a unique insight into her life and mind. In these diaries, she recorded her experiences, thoughts, and feelings, including her struggles as a female artist in a male-dominated field.

Hesse's diaries are a rich source of information about her artistic process. She used unconventional materials such as twisted ropes and delicate plastic to create her sculptures, which defied traditional notions of form. Her writing reveals her deep thoughtfulness and her commitment to her craft.

Despite personal tragedies and the difficulties she faced, Hesse remained intrepid in both her life and craft. She continued to push the boundaries of what was possible in sculpture and painting, and her work continues to inspire and influence artists today.

In conclusion, Eva Hesse's diaries provide a fascinating insight into the life and mind of an icon of American art. Through her writing, we gain a profound understanding of her artistic process, her struggles, and her triumphs. Her work continues to inspire and influence artists, and her diaries are a valuable resource for anyone interested in contemporary art.

Weight: 1176g
Dimension: 142 x 209 x 55 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783906915586

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