Hardback, colour and black and white illustrations, 280 pages, W235mm x H285mm
The use of written language has been one of the most defining
developments in visual art of the twentieth century. Art and Text
investigates the use of text in contemporary artistic practice,
showcasing the most innovative and groundbreaking examples of how word
and image have come to occupy the same artistic terrain in contemporary
art.
With accessible essays on the relationship between word and image,
Art and Text showcases some of the most interesting work from a
cross-section of well- and lesser-known artists.
Featured artists
include Cy Twombly, René Magritte, Barbara Kruger, Kurt Schwitters, Bob
and Roberta Smith, Raymond Pettibon, Art and Language, amongst many
others. Art and Text is a comprehensive, lavishly illustrated and
timely review of the influence of language on art.