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Public Art: Theory, Practice and Populism

By Cher Krause Knight

Book information

Publisher
Wiley
Year
2011
ISBN
9781444360615, 9781405155588, 9781405155595
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
1010 kB (1034421 bytes)
Pages
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Time added
2022-11-05 01:10:39
Sociology; Nonfiction; SOC022000

Description

This book takes a bold look at public art and its populist appeal, offering a more inclusive guide to America's creative tastes and shared culture. It examines the history of American public art -- from FDR's New Deal to Christo's The Gates -- and challenges preconceived notions of public art, expanding its definition to include a broader scope of works and concepts.Expands the definition of public art to include sites such as Boston's Big Dig, Las Vegas' Treasure Island, and Disney WorldOffers a refreshing alternative to the traditional rhetoric and criticism surrounding public artIncludes insightful analysis of the museum and its role in relation to public art

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