Stano Filko: A Retrospective

Stano Filko is a Central European neo-avant-garde artist who created hybrid objects and environments,text-based works,performances,and large-scale gestural painting. He became persona non grata after the Prague Spring but returned to Bratislava and transformed the studio house Snezienková into a multi-dimensional,colorful gesamtkunstwerk.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 04 May 2023
Publisher: Hatje Cantz

Stano Filko, a renowned utopian and polyartist, possessed a profound understanding of art and life that transcended geographical boundaries, viewing them as a unified whole beyond the confines of East and West. As a prominent figure in the Central European neo-avant-gardes, Filko's work has remained highly relevant and influential. Early in his career, he ventured into the creation of hybrid objects and environments, pushing the boundaries of what was considered possible. His fundamental conceptual approach guided him as he ventured into unfamiliar territories, expanding the horizons of artistic expression.

Filko's artistic journey was characterized by a constant evolution. His work shifted from assemblages to text-based pieces, then to performances aimed at challenging state repression. Subsequently, he embraced large-scale gestural painting, characterized by a bold assertion of artistic self-expression. Finally, he dedicated a significant phase of his career to his intricate System SF, a complex and multifaceted artistic system.

This publication offers a fresh perspective on Filko's multi-layered oeuvre, exploring it from various angles. It delves into his artistic achievements, his exile from the Eastern Bloc, his participation in Documenta, and his return to Bratislava after the fall of the Berlin Wall. The studio house Snezienková, transformed by Filko into a vibrant and multi-dimensional gesamtkunstwerk, serves as a testament to his enduring legacy.

Stano Filko's profound understanding of art and life, combined with his innovative approach, has left an indelible mark on the artistic landscape. His work continues to inspire and challenge artists, reminding us of the power of creativity to transcend boundaries and shape our world.

Weight: 1102g
Dimension: 282 x 214 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783775753418