Arvatov, Boris

Art and Production

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ISBN 13:
9780745337364
author:
Arvatov, Boris
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Pluto Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2017
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
21.5 x 13.5 centimetres (0.21 kg
Genre:
Arts & Photography, Art, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£16.07

Description

Boris Arvatov's Art and Production is a seminal work that explores the intersection of art and revolution in early 20th-century Soviet society. First published nearly a century ago, this influential text remains a vital resource for understanding the complex social dynamics at play during this period. Arvatov's critique of early Constructivism highlights the limitations of its social-aesthetic approach, which prioritized artistic transformation of daily life within the confines of the studio. In contrast, Arvatov advocates for a more radical devolution of artistic skills into the relations of production and the factory, seeking to redefine art's role beyond traditional boundaries. This thought-provoking manifesto continues to offer new insights into issues such as artistic labour, productive labour, and the artist's role in contemporary society, making it a compelling read for those interested in the intersection of art and politics.

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