Isabelle Cornaro: Fascination and Disgust of Matter

Isabelle Cornaro is an artist who investigates the narrative, symbolic, and economic origins of things. She creates large stage installations and short movies to explore people's attachment to emotionally charged, even fetishized objects. This book is part of the On Words series, which presents conversations with contemporary women artists.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 23 June 2023
Publisher: Scheidegger und Spiess AG, Verlag

Based in Paris and Geneva, Isabelle Cornaro holds degrees in art history and visual arts. With a deep fascination for experimental cinema, she delves into the narrative, symbolic, and economic roots of various objects. In her artistic endeavors, Cornaro adopts an anthropological approach, exploring the seemingly unwavering attachment of people to emotionally charged and even fetishized items. Through large-scale stage installations and short films, she creates immersive environments that challenge viewers to contemplate the complexities of human relationships with material possessions.

This captivating book is a part of the innovative On Words series, which offers insightful conversations with contemporary women artists. Through these dialogues, readers gain a profound understanding of the sources of inspiration that fuel their creative processes, the central themes in their work, and their unique perspectives on the world. Edited by Julie Enckell, Federica Martini, and Sarah Burkhalter, the On Words series fosters a diverse range of viewpoints, contributing to a fresh and dynamic narrative in the realm of polyphonic art history. Presented in both English and French, this book caters to a global audience, allowing art enthusiasts and scholars alike to delve into the rich tapestry of artistic expression by women.

Dimension: 170 x 110 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783858818713