The Shock Of The New: Its Rise, Its Dazzling Achievement, The Hundred-Year History Of Modern Art, Its Fall
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Robert Hughes
Binding: Hardback
Published: Alfred A. Knope, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: DJ discoloured with chipping to perimeter. Water damage and tanning to board. Water damage to pastedown. Tanning to block, title pages. Yellowing to other pages. All text legible, binding sturdy.
This seminal work of art criticism chronicles the tumultuous journey of modern art across a century, from its revolutionary beginnings to its eventual perceived decline. Robert Hughes presents a vivid and often provocative account, illustrating the radical shifts in artistic expression and the societal reactions they engendered. The narrative details the groundbreaking movements and pivotal figures that redefined aesthetics, offering a comprehensive understanding of their impact. It argues for a nuanced perspective on the triumphs and controversies that shaped the modern art landscape, providing an essential guide for anyone seeking to comprehend this transformative period. The author's incisive commentary uncovers the complex interplay between art, culture, and history, making The Shock Of The New a compelling read.
Author: Robert Hughes
Binding: Hardback
Published: Alfred A. Knope, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: DJ discoloured with chipping to perimeter. Water damage and tanning to board. Water damage to pastedown. Tanning to block, title pages. Yellowing to other pages. All text legible, binding sturdy.
This seminal work of art criticism chronicles the tumultuous journey of modern art across a century, from its revolutionary beginnings to its eventual perceived decline. Robert Hughes presents a vivid and often provocative account, illustrating the radical shifts in artistic expression and the societal reactions they engendered. The narrative details the groundbreaking movements and pivotal figures that redefined aesthetics, offering a comprehensive understanding of their impact. It argues for a nuanced perspective on the triumphs and controversies that shaped the modern art landscape, providing an essential guide for anyone seeking to comprehend this transformative period. The author's incisive commentary uncovers the complex interplay between art, culture, and history, making The Shock Of The New a compelling read.