Craft & Concept: The Rematerialization of the Art Object

Matthew Kangas

ISBN 10: 1877675563 / ISBN 13: 9781877675560

Published by Midmarch Arts Press, New York, NY, USA, 2006

About this Item

This book is in fine condition and would be as new except for writing on the title page. The author Uses his critical thinking and writing skills to capture the essence of the debate as to whether those working in craft media are artists or not. He covers the 5 main craft media - ceramics, glass, wood, fabric, and metal - with a special emphasis on ceramics. The book is composed primarily of catalog essays and magazine pieces for such venues as American Ceramics, Sculpture and GLASS. The strength of this collection is the varied approaches to the discuss and debate art. There is an index. Proceeds from the sale of this book benefit environmental restoration and education.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Craft & Concept: The Rematerialization of the Art Object
• Publisher: Midmarch Arts Press, New York, NY, USA
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1877675563
• ISBN 13: 9781877675560
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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Synopsis

The Bible of crafts— including ceramics, glass, wood, fiber & metals and the masters in each category. Sets a high standard for scholarship.

About the Author

Matthew Kangas is the author of 11 books and a contributor to numerous magazines. He has rceived many awards, was Commissioner to Second World Ceramic Biennale and holds an honorary appointmemt in Aesthetic Education at Shanghai Teachers University.