"In an age when many artists make their life their work,
seeing no separation between the two, it''s important to revisit
Dalí. The Making of an Artist allows us to do so, through a
tandem overview of his life events and art production, accompanied
by the works of artists who he influenced. The book is, in short,
as genius and endlessly fascinating as its subject."
~Complex.com
內容簡介:
This extensive volume uncovers Dali’s influences, artistic
development, and legacy, offering unprecedented access inside the
world of the man behind the mustache. Through astute analysis of
Dali’s work and how the events of his time converged with his drive
to become a legend, this volume examines one of the most
significant contributors to twentieth-century art. Although
recognized primarily as a painter, Dali experimented with a wide
range of media. This comprehensive review includes the literature,
photography, film, and sculpture that influenced and was created by
Dali throughout his career, from paintings such as The Persistence
of Memory, to the icons of the surrealist movement such as the Mae
West Lips Sofa and the Lobster Telephone, to short film
collaborations with Luis Bu?uel. The author offers insight into
this undisputed genius, charting Dali’s progression as an artist
and controversial public figure, and demonstrating his influence on
contemporary artists such as Warhol, Koons, and Murakami.
關於作者:
Catherine Grenier, chief curator of the Centre Pompidou, has
published monographs on Christian Boltanski and Annette
Messager.