Carl Andre, things in their elements, Alistair Rider
Type
Label
Carl Andre, things in their elements, Alistair Rider
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references (p. 260-266) and index
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
Literary form
non fiction
Main title
Carl Andre
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
670282530
Responsibility statement
Alistair Rider
Sub title
things in their elements
Summary
Carl Andre (born 1935), the American minimalist artist, is perhaps best known for his grid-based floor sculptures but also for large, outdoor public artworks and small sculptures, poetry and installations. Alistair Rider here shows that it is the materials that he uses to make his works that inspire him - from his controversial bricks to all sorts of metals, found wood, even hay bales, Andre is fascinated by what materials make up the world and presents them for contemplation. Alistair Rider here divides Andre's works into the major themes and series that have shaped his career's development, exploring how each has grown from Andre's philosophies and artistic growth. For the first time, Andre's poetry is given due place in his oeuvre, making this a uniquely comprehensive understanding of the artist and his art. --From publisher's description