Tzara, Tristan
Seven Dada Manifestoes and Lampisteries
- ISBN 13:
- 9780714548609
- author:
- Tzara, Tristan
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Calder Publications Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.8 centimetres (0.15 kg
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Collections, Essays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Tristan Tzara's Seven Dada Manifestos and Lampisteries is a collection of writings that showcase the artist's unique blend of seriousness and playfulness. First published between 1916 and 1921, these manifestos are considered essential texts of the modern movement and have influenced generations of artists. The book also features Tzara's Lampisteries, articles that explore various art forms of his time, including those that prioritized subjective experience over traditional representations. The playful typography and delightful drawings by Francis Picabia add to the volume's unique character. This collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and intellectual landscape of early 20th-century Europe, where the boundaries between art and everyday life were being constantly challenged.