Art & Social Commitment: An End To The City Of Dreams 1931-1948

Art & Social Commitment: An End To The City Of Dreams 1931-1948

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Author: Charles Merewether
Binding: Paperback
Published: Sydney, NSW Art Gallery, 1984

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This scholarly work chronicles the intricate relationship between artistic expression and societal imperatives during a tumultuous global era. It uncovers how artists responded to profound social and political shifts, illustrating the evolving concept of commitment within the art world. The text presents a compelling analysis of the period from 1931 to 1948, detailing the forces that reshaped creative endeavors and challenged utopian ideals. Merewether's insightful narrative argues for a re-evaluation of art's role in times of crisis, offering a critical perspective on the City of Dreams and its eventual dissolution.

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Description

Author: Charles Merewether
Binding: Paperback
Published: Sydney, NSW Art Gallery, 1984

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

This scholarly work chronicles the intricate relationship between artistic expression and societal imperatives during a tumultuous global era. It uncovers how artists responded to profound social and political shifts, illustrating the evolving concept of commitment within the art world. The text presents a compelling analysis of the period from 1931 to 1948, detailing the forces that reshaped creative endeavors and challenged utopian ideals. Merewether's insightful narrative argues for a re-evaluation of art's role in times of crisis, offering a critical perspective on the City of Dreams and its eventual dissolution.