Public Art

• Date de parution : 23/09/2011
• Editeur : Wiley-blackwell
• EAN : 9781444360615
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• Support : Livre numérique

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• Thème : Non attribué
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This book takes a bold look at public art and its populist appeal, offering a more inclusive guide to America's creative tastes and shared culture. It examines the history of American public art from FDR's New Deal to Christo's The Gates and challenges preconceived notions of public art,... Voir plus

This book takes a bold look at public art and its populist appeal, offering a more inclusive guide to America's creative tastes and shared culture. It examines the history of American public art from FDR's New Deal to Christo's The Gates and challenges preconceived notions of public art, expanding its definition to include a broader scope of works and concepts.Expands the definition of public art to include sites such as Boston's Big Dig, Las Vegas' Treasure Island, and Disney WorldOffers a refreshing alternative to the traditional rhetoric and criticism surrounding public artIncludes insightful analysis of the museum and its role in relation to public art