Stephen Clingman
William Kentridge
William Kentridge
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William Kentridge, a renowned South African artist, was born in 1955 and is known for his expressionism in various media. His art is shaped by apartheid and post-apartheid politics, science, literature, and history, with space for contradiction and uncertainty. Stephen Clingman, Distinguished Professor of English at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, explores Kentridge's themes, explores them through associations, and creates a connective, dimensional way of thinking inspired by his habits of creation.
Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 12 September 2022
Publisher: Royal Academy of Arts
The South African artist William Kentridge Hon RA, born in Johannesburg in 1955, continues to reside and create in the same city to this day. Renowned worldwide for his expressive and diverse artistic approach, Kentridge employs various mediums such as charcoal, printmaking, sculpture, film, and theatrical and operatic productions. His art, while enigmatic and allusive, is deeply rooted in the politics of the post-apartheid era, as well as in science, literature, and history. It embraces contradiction and uncertainty while maintaining a space for exploration and discovery.
In a comprehensive exploration of Kentridge's artistic oeuvre, Stephen Clingman, Distinguished Professor of English at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, delves into the intricate layers and interconnectedness of Kentridge's art. Through a series of insightful inquiries and walks around the artist and his practice, Clingman unravels the various themes and ideas that permeate Kentridge's work. He examines these themes in depth, exploring their connections and associations with other subjects. Along the way, overlaps, thought-collages, allusions, and assemblages come together, forming a cohesive and multidimensional way of thinking inspired by Kentridge's own creative processes.
This captivating journey through Kentridge's art offers a profound understanding of his artistic vision and the rich tapestry of influences that shape his work. Clingman's insightful analysis provides a valuable perspective on Kentridge's artistic achievements, making this book an essential resource for art enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone interested in the complexities of contemporary art.
Dimension: 280 x 220 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912520732
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