The power of art : a world history in fifteen cities /
Campbell, Caroline, 1973-
The power of art : a world history in fifteen cities / Caroline Campbell. - London : Bridge Street Press, 2023. - 560 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographic references (pp.443-484) and index.
Introduction Babylon: Resilience Jerusalem: Faith Rome: Self-belief Baghdad: Innovation Kyoto: Identity Beijing: Resolve Florence: Competition Benin: Community Amsterdam: Tolerance Delhi: Envy London: Avarice Vienna: Freedom New York: Rebellion BrasÃlia: Love Pyongyang: Control Conclusion
Delves into the stories behind remarkable acts of creation in fifteen global cities at pivotal moments of artistic brilliance. It shows how art is an integral part of our daily lives, embedded in the very fabric of our existence. From the enduring wonders of ancient Babylon to the menacing pastel architecture of contemporary Pyongyang, eminent curator Caroline Campbell intertwines the stories of artists with the broader social, cultural and political landscapes of their time. In each vivid episode, Campbell reveals how art, in all its forms, is a testament to humanity's inventiveness and ingenuity: it has served our fundamental needs for shelter, sustenance, spirituality, pleasure, order and community. But it can also evoke envy, anger, greed, and even be used as a means of social control.
9780349128481
Art and cities
Art and society
Art--History
The power of art : a world history in fifteen cities / Caroline Campbell. - London : Bridge Street Press, 2023. - 560 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographic references (pp.443-484) and index.
Introduction Babylon: Resilience Jerusalem: Faith Rome: Self-belief Baghdad: Innovation Kyoto: Identity Beijing: Resolve Florence: Competition Benin: Community Amsterdam: Tolerance Delhi: Envy London: Avarice Vienna: Freedom New York: Rebellion BrasÃlia: Love Pyongyang: Control Conclusion
Delves into the stories behind remarkable acts of creation in fifteen global cities at pivotal moments of artistic brilliance. It shows how art is an integral part of our daily lives, embedded in the very fabric of our existence. From the enduring wonders of ancient Babylon to the menacing pastel architecture of contemporary Pyongyang, eminent curator Caroline Campbell intertwines the stories of artists with the broader social, cultural and political landscapes of their time. In each vivid episode, Campbell reveals how art, in all its forms, is a testament to humanity's inventiveness and ingenuity: it has served our fundamental needs for shelter, sustenance, spirituality, pleasure, order and community. But it can also evoke envy, anger, greed, and even be used as a means of social control.
9780349128481
Art and cities
Art and society
Art--History