Beuys, Joseph
What Is Art?: Conversation with Joseph Beuys
- ISBN 13:
- 9781905570072
- author:
- Beuys, Joseph
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Clairview Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 190mm X 250mm
- Genre:
- Theory of art
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Joseph Beuys: A Conversation About Art and Its Place in Society. This book is an intimate dialogue between Joseph Beuys and various contributors, exploring his ideas about art, society, and the role of individuals within it. Beuys' concepts, including 'social sculpture', are examined in depth, revealing a profound understanding of the intersections between art, science, philosophy, politics, and spirituality. Beuys' work continues to influence contemporary artists, who see his ideas as a powerful catalyst for change. His art addressed pressing issues such as social renewal, environmentalism, education, economics, and spiritual growth, challenging traditional notions of what art can achieve.