Hodge, Susie
Why Your Five Year Old Could Not Have Done That: Modern Art Explained
- ISBN 13:
- 9780500290477
- author:
- Hodge, Susie
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Thames and Hudson Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 14.6 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Exploring 100 works of modern art that have been misunderstood by critics, Susie Hodge reveals how these pieces are inspired and logical extensions of their time. From Cy Twombly's scribbled Olympia to Tracey Emin's My Bed, she explains how artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Carl Andre pushed the boundaries of artistic expression.
Often dismissed as the work of children or untutored efforts, these modern art pieces are actually a natural progression from earlier artistic ideas. Hodge examines the historical context behind each work, showing how they occupy unique niches in the history of ideas.
This book offers a fresh perspective on modern art, challenging common assumptions about what constitutes artistic sophistication. With clear and concise explanations, Susie Hodge sheds new light on the creative decisions behind some of the most provocative works of the 20th century.
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