Bielefeld, Kunsthalle
Taking a Stand: Käthe Kollwitz: With Interventions by Mona Hatoum
- ISBN 13:
- 9783777442327
- author:
- Bielefeld, Kunsthalle
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Hirmer Verlag
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 2.5 x 24.4 x 24.4 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Collections & Exhibitions,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Käthe Kollwitz: A Voice for Political Issues Through Art Käthe Kollwitz's art was a powerful expression of her commitment to bringing attention to social and human misery. Her work, often described as "gutter art," was uncompromising in its portrayal of the struggles of her time. This book provides an in-depth look at Kollwitz's creative work, including her famous graphic cycles, rare proofs, drawings, and sculptures. The artist's focus on the dignity of humanity is evident throughout her oeuvre. Her posters, in particular, offer a striking example of her ability to convey complex political messages through art. The book also explores the relevance of Kollwitz's work today, juxtaposing it with the interventions of contemporary artist Mona Hatoum, who addresses themes such as vulnerability and persecution. Through its wide-ranging examination of Kollwitz's life and work, this book offers a nuanced understanding of an artist whose commitment to using her art as a political voice remains as relevant now as it was during her lifetime.
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