Delve into the intricate dynamics of contemporary art with Notes on the Frames of Art - Exhibition, Academy, Museum by Daniel Birnbaum. This insightful book explores the complex relationships between three fundamental institutions in the art world: the exhibition, the academy, and the museum. Birnbaum, a renowned curator and art theorist, offers a deep and critical examination of how these entities shape and define our understanding of art and its place in society.
Through a series of reflective essays, Birnbaum discusses the role of exhibitions in presenting and interpreting art, the influence of academic settings in forming art discourse, and the power of museums in preserving and institutionalizing artistic heritage. With thoughtful analysis and a wealth of examples, Notes on the Frames of Art challenges readers to reconsider the frameworks that support and constrain artistic practice today.
Language: English
Release date: 2022
Pages: 444
Dimensions: 20 x 14.5 cm
Author: Daniel Birnbaum
Publisher: Walther Konig
ISBN: 978-3753301297