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Unrepentant Ego: Self-Portraits of Lucas Samaras Prose Books by Marla Prather.

Synopsis

Title: Unrepentant Ego: The Self-Portraits of Lucas Samaras
Author/Publisher: Marla Prather, Whitney Museum of American Art
Publication Year: 2004
Format: 336-page Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Marla Prather's 'Unrepentant Ego: The Self-Portraits of Lucas Samaras' offers an in-depth, non-fiction exploration into the compelling world of American artist Lucas Samaras. Published by the esteemed Whitney Museum of American Art in 2004, this first edition volume meticulously documents Samaras's career-long obsession with self-representation.

As a pivotal figure in contemporary American art, Samaras challenged conventional notions of identity through his innovative and often provocative self-portraits. This extensive study, intended for an adult audience, delves into the myriad ways Samaras explored his own image, establishing him as a master of introspective artistry.

• A Singular Vision: This book provides a comprehensive journey through Lucas Samaras's distinctive body of self-portraiture, highlighting his unique methodology and stylistic evolution in exploring the individual psyche.
• Richly Illustrated Content: Featuring numerous illustrations of Samaras's seminal works, the volume offers an unparalleled visual record, allowing readers to fully appreciate the breadth and depth of his artistic output in self-representation.
• Authoritative Scholarship: Authored by Marla Prather, a respected art historian, the text delivers rigorous analysis and insightful commentary, contextualising Samaras's contributions within broader American art movements.

As a definitive first edition publication from a leading American art institution, 'Unrepentant Ego' is an essential acquisition for collectors of modern art, scholars of contemporary American artists, and anyone fascinated by the profound exploration of identity through art.

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