Lot 120 A COLLECTION OF SEVEN ART BOOKS
Reference: ART700324
- Arman A monograph on the work of Arman, a French-American artist known for his use of found objects and accumulation art. The book explores his innovative approach to creating sculptures and installations, transforming everyday items into meaningful artistic statements.
- Nam June Paik This book highlights the groundbreaking work of Nam June Paik, a pioneer of video art and mixed media. It explores his experimental use of technology, light, and performance art, as well as his influence on the development of contemporary art.
- Arman Another book on Arman, focusing specifically on his series featuring saxophones and other musical instruments. It delves into how he deconstructed and repurposed these objects to create visually striking works of art.
- Jannis Kounellis: Works, Writings 1958–2000 (Left, Bottom Row) A comprehensive overview of the works and writings of Jannis Kounellis, a key figure in the Arte Povera movement. The book examines his use of raw materials like coal, iron, and textiles to create art that critiques industrialization and modern life.
- Daniel Spoerri A monograph on Daniel Spoerri, a Swiss artist known for his “snare pictures,” which capture everyday scenes by fixing objects to surfaces. This book explores his practice of transforming ordinary objects into art through assemblage and conceptual approaches.
- Daniel Spoerri: La Messa in Scena degli Oggetti (Bottom Row, Second from Right) An Italian book that translates to “The Staging of Objects,” focusing on Spoerri’s exploration of object arrangements and the narratives they convey. It investigates how his work blurs the line between art and life.
- Daniel Spoerri: Eaten By… This book delves into Spoerri’s series exploring food and dining. Known for his “banquet” installations, it examines how Spoerri turned meals into preserved artworks, immortalizing social moments and interactions.