Description

This volume offers updated biographical information on 150 influential artists. It includes a section produced in collaboration with The Art Newspaper which lists museums, restaurants and hotels, and even gives the scoop on how much one can expect to pay for a Damien hurst or a Sharon Lockhart.

Synopsis

Title: Art Now : 137 Artists at the Rise of the New Millennium: 138 Kunstler Zu Beginn des 21 Jahrhunderts: 138 Artistes Au Commencement du 21eme Siecle
Author/Publisher: Uta Grosenick (Taschen)
Publication Year: 2002
Format: 640-page Illustrated Hardcover

Published in 2002 by Taschen, Art Now : 137 Artists at the Rise of the New Millennium is a significant trilingual survey of contemporary art at the dawn of the 21st century. This substantial volume introduces 137 artists who were shaping the global artistic landscape around the turn of the millennium, offering a pivotal snapshot of emerging talent.

Curated by Uta Grosenick, a respected editor of art publications, this first edition non-fiction work delves into the diverse practices and perspectives defining the art world at the time. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the trends and figures that would go on to influence subsequent decades.

• Emerging Artists Profiles: Discover detailed biographical information and insights into the creative works of 137 significant artists who were making their mark in the early 2000s, selected for their innovative contributions.
• Multilingual Presentation: Each artist profile and accompanying text is presented in three languages: English, German, and French, making this an accessible international reference work for a wide audience.
• Rich Visual Content: The extensive 640 pages are richly illustrated, featuring numerous reproductions of the artists' works, providing a vibrant visual journey through the contemporary art scene.
• Art Market Insights: A unique collaboration with The Art Newspaper offers additional context, including listings of prominent art institutions and, notably, a glimpse into the market value of works by artists like Damien Hirst and Sharon Lockhart at the time of publication.

As a first edition published by the renowned Taschen, Art Now stands as an invaluable reference for collectors, curators, and enthusiasts interested in the contemporary art movements and influential figures of the early 2000s.

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This item has been professionally inspected and is in Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.

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