Rendell, Jane
Art and Architecture: a Place Between
- ISBN 13:
- 9781845112226
- author:
- Rendell, Jane
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- I B Tauris & Co Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 156mm X 234mm
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Art and Architecture: a Place Between by Jane Rendell explores the evolving relationship between artists and architects, challenging traditional boundaries between the two fields. This book delves into the work of international artists and architects, including Tacita Dean, Krzysztof Wodiczko, and Shigeru Ban, who are pushing the limits of public art and its impact on our understanding of space and place. Rendell examines the work of thinkers such as Walter Benjamin and Michel de Certeau, drawing on their ideas to probe the meanings of place, space, and site. The book also considers site-specific artworks, interventions into existing buildings, and collaborations between artists and architects. By looking at the work of these individuals and their ideas, Rendell sheds new light on the role of public art in our lives. Through its wide-ranging exploration, "Art and Architecture: a Place Between" offers a nuanced understanding of the complex relationships between art, architecture, and the public sphere.