Viviane Sassen: Mirrors and Portals

Viviane Sassen is a Dutch photographer with a career spanning over thirty years. This retrospective book features her vibrant portraiture, landscapes, still lifes, abstract compositions, and fashion editorials. It includes both well-known and lesser-known works, such as Paint Studies and Venus and Mercury, and is accompanied by an introductory essay and interview with the artist.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 07 November 2023
Publisher: Prestel

Spanning a remarkable career of more than thirty years, this captivating retrospective showcases the extraordinary talent of the Dutch photographer Viviane Sassen. It encompasses a diverse range of artistic expressions, including vibrant portraiture, breathtaking landscapes, intricate still lifes, abstract compositions, and fashion editorials. From her early African-inspired works to her more recent explorations in interventionist techniques, Sassen has garnered international recognition for her striking, dynamic images that delve into a multitude of themes and subjects. These include identity, gender, the body, race, fashion, and the environment. This comprehensive book brings together a selection of both well-known and lesser-known works, showcasing pieces from her recent series such as Paint Studies, where early photographs are reimagined with ink and painterly marks, and Venus and Mercury, a captivating collection of exquisite photomontages inspired by the history of the Palace of Versailles. An introductory essay and an insightful interview with the artist provide valuable insights into her creative process, while additional illuminating texts further enhance the understanding of her remarkable career. Together, they form the definitive overview of an important and ever-evolving photographer.

Weight: 2704g
Dimension: 320 x 240 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783791389783