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The Shape of Things: Still Life in Britain, Simon Martin

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The Shape of Things: Still Life in Britain, Simon Martin

Name: The Shape of Things: Still Life in Britain, Simon Martin
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 3517 ev
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The Shape of Things: Still Life in Britain is a richly illustrated exploration of the enduring relevance of still life in British art. Far from being a “minor” genre, still life has been a vehicle for experimentation and deep reflection on identity, society, and the human condition. This visually engaging book brings together essays and works by leading British artists from the early 20th century to today — spanning movements such as the Seven & Five Society, British Surrealism, St Ives, post‑war abstraction, pop art and contemporary practices. With a focus on how objects, everyday scenes, and compositions continue to reflect social themes like consumerism, migration, existentialism, and climate change, this book presents a lively history of modern British art through the lens of still life.

ISBN: 9781869827687

Book Condition: New

Book Authors: Simon Martin, Lydia Miller, Miriam O’Connor Perks, Melanie Vandenbrouck, Michael Bird, Emma Sharples, and Chloe Nahum

Book Publisher: Pallant House Gallery

Book Language: en

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Art & Architecture

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Book Pages: 184

Book Publication Year: 2024

Book Publication Date: June 25, 2024

Book Binding: Paperback

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