Rugoff, Ralph
When Forms Come Alive: Sixty Years of Restless Sculpture
- ISBN 13:
- 9781853323775
- author:
- Rugoff, Ralph
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Hayward Gallery Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 25.2 x 17.8 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Collections & Exhibitions,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
When Forms Come Alive: Sixty Years of Restless Sculpture This comprehensive hardback book explores the dynamic world of contemporary sculpture, featuring 21 international artists who have pushed the boundaries of form and material innovation over the past half century. From flowing metal to intricate webs, this richly illustrated book showcases a range of energetic sculptural forms that seem to come alive in gallery spaces. The book includes essays by Hayward Gallery Director Ralph Rugoff and art historian Natalie Rudd, which situate the artists' work within the context of postminimalism and explore formal and material innovation in sculpture. Texts on each artist are accompanied by a broad-ranging selection of images, offering a unique insight into the creative processes and artistic visions of these leading sculptors. With its extensive range of artworks and insightful commentary, When Forms Come Alive is an essential resource for anyone interested in contemporary art and sculpture.