Ai Weiwei. Spatial Matters: Art, architecture and activism

(Ai Weiwei) Anthony Pins (Editor)

Published by -Tate Gallery Publishing -, 2014

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First edition first impression 2014. 506 pages. Illustrated in colour throughout, some black and white. Paperback. Very good. Widely considered to be one of the most significant cultural figures of his generation in China and internationally, Ai weiwei successfully occupies multiple roles as a conceptual artist, architect, curator, designer, film-maker, publisher and activist. Using a variety of formal languages with both traditional and innovative methods of production, Ai links the past with the present and explores the geopolitical, economic and cultural realities affecting the world with humour and compassion. This book, published in association with the artist, draws on the full breadth of Ai weiwei s architectural, installation and activist work, including drawings and plans from a huge range of international projects, with particular emphasis on his use of space. The publication will also include excerpts from his blog, in which his insightful commentary on the world around him comes to the fore. Throughout the book, a wide selection of essays by leading critics and art-historians, as well as interviews with the artist, draw out his central concerns. An essential addition to any art lover s bookshelf, this publication will be richly illustrated with over 450 colour reproductions. We are specialists in Artists Monographs, Catalogues and Illustrated items. All items are as described and dispatched within 24 hours in a secure package. We are professional booksellers with 40 years experience, you may order with confidence. Other titles by this artist maybe in stock, please ask for our list or link.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Ai Weiwei. Spatial Matters: Art, architecture and activism
• Publisher: -Tate Gallery Publishing -
• Publication Date: 2014
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  • Artists: 20th Century