Birch, James
Bacon in Moscow
- ISBN 13:
- 9781788169769
- author:
- Birch, James
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Profile Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 13.4 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A cultural adventure like no other unfolds in Bacon in Moscow. In 1988, James Birch, a young British curator, embarked on an audacious mission to bring Francis Bacon's work to the newly refurbished Central House of Artists, Moscow. The result was a groundbreaking retrospective that captured the artistic and political essence of a pivotal moment in history. As Birch navigated the complexities of Soviet politics and cultural intrigue, he found himself at the centre of a picaresque cast of characters. With the KGB watching closely, Birch's quest to introduce Western art to Russia during the era of 'Glasnost' became a high-stakes game of cultural diplomacy. This memoir is a thrilling account of an exhibition that played a significant role in the fall of the USSR and the rise of contemporary art. A fascinating and true story, Bacon in Moscow offers a unique glimpse into the intersection of art, politics, and culture during a time of great change.
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