Hans Arp 1886-1966 [Hardcover]

Hancock (Author), Stephanie Poley (Author)

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Catalog of a major traveling centennial exhibition in Europe and the United States, this is a dense appreciation of Jean (Hans) Arp, the Alsatian artist who played an important role in Dada and Surrealism and later outside any established movement. Nearly a dozen essays by various authorities discuss aspects of Arp's sculpture, poetry, and two-dimensional works. The book is thorough, scholarly, heavily illustrated, and of lasting value far beyond the exhibition. It is highly recommended for scholars in 20th-century art. Unfortunately, it is visually one of the dullest, grayest books seen in a long time. Jack Perry Brown, Art Inst. of Chicago Lib.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Text: English, German (translation)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 317 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (May 29, 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521345383
• ISBN-13: 978-0521345385
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,568,788 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Critical Resource for Understanding Arp's Oeuvres, April 4, 2006

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This review is from: Hans Arp 1886-1966 (Hardcover)

Jean/Hans Arp was that most unusual artist: One who was equally comfortable in alternative identities -- French/German as someone who was raised in Strasbourg; Painter/Sculptor/Poet; Collaborator/Solo Artist; and Husband/Promoter/Colleague.

Of all the works I've consulted and the shows I've visited, only this show and its catalog pay appropriate attention to all of these dimensions.

Because of his many dimensions, Arp is probably the most interesting 20th century artist to study. But you won't realize that without this catalog that displays his personal life, philosophies, poems, studies, drafts and completed works.

Those who are interested in Sophie Taeuber's work will be very pleased with the treatment of their life together and their many collaborations.

If you read German, there's also a German edition that may be easier to find.

I located my copy at a local library . . . but it was well worth the search.

Enjoy!