Frank Stella's Stars: A Survey

Frank Stella's use of stars as a minimalist and maximalist motif in his art, from his earliest paintings to his most recent sculptures, is explored in this catalog. The exhibition at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut, focuses on the enduring use of star shapes in Stella's oeuvre, with depictions ranging from minimalism to maximalism. The catalog includes installation shots, photographs of the artist's studio, and essays by the curators that add new dimensions to our understanding of the artist.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 200 pages
\n Publication date: 28 May 2021
\n Publisher: Gregory Miller & Company
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Frank Stella, a renowned artist who has worked in painting, sculpture, and printmaking since 1936, has consistently incorporated geometric lines and patterns into his work. His creations are characterized by their striking kaleidoscopic nature, with bold lines and shaped canvases. This catalog, published in conjunction with his 2020 exhibition at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut, specifically highlights the enduring use of star shapes in Stella's oeuvre.

Stella's depictions of stars span a range of styles, from the minimalism of his early career, characterized by lithograph prints of brightly colored polygonal patterns, to the maximalism of his more recent work, exemplified by his towering angular sculptures made from stainless steel. While he is aware that his last name is derived from the Latin word for "star," Stella asserts that his fascination with the shape is more inspired by its form and the endless possibilities it presents rather than its etymology. Stars, with their instantly recognizable yet infinitely abstract nature, seem like an obvious choice for an artist who has dedicated his life to exploring the realm of form.

In addition to a plates section featuring 60 pieces from the Aldrich show, this book provides installation shots throughout the museum's interiors and outdoor gardens, as well as photographs of Stella's studio. The exhibition's curators, Richard Klein and Amy Smith-Stewart, collaborated closely with Stella on the installation, and they contribute significant essays that offer fresh perspectives on a widely celebrated and influential artist.

\n Weight: 800g\n
Dimension: 176 x 250 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781941366295\n \n