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Arte Povera (Themes & Movements)

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Christov-Bakargiev's book presents a great survey of one of the lesser known but most influential modern art movements in post-war europe. An in-depth collection of documentation and writing that offers both analysis and contextualisation. Explanations of the artworks are presented alongside the photographs which makes it easy to make sense of the happenings, installations, performances and other temporary events that were central practices of many of the Arte Povera group. The inclusion of contemporary texts and excerpts from artist's statements offer the reader the closest thing to a first hand experience.
The design of the book is perfect for dipping into as well as reading from beginning to end.

The most appealing book on the subject I ever read. Very fine reproductions, excellent comments, splendid background information. A must for everyone who's interested in modern art history!

In my opinion Arte Povera was the most interesting art movement in the 20th century. This book includes many art movements, explanations, artists involved, plenty of pictures and it is held together in a great quality book. I recomend this book to anyone right or left brained.