The World Goes Pop (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780300216998)

A global survey of Pop art that reassesses its roots, impact, and legacy

This groundbreaking book surveys the concurrent engagements with the spirit of Pop throughout the world, from the frequently studied activity in the United States, England, and France to less well-known developments in Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. One of the first publications to examine Pop art with this global scope, The World Goes Pop explores the wide-ranging movements that developed on different continents, such as Nouveau R饌lisme, Neo Dada, New Figuration, and Spiritual Pop.

This unique presentation offers the opportunity to compare how Pop art around the world differed due to geography, local traditions, and different cultures' social and political underpinnings. Fascinating essays touch upon key themes that factored into various Pop movements, including feminism, political representation, sexual politics, and seriality. A bold design and 200 striking illustrations showcase pieces by more than 60 artists, many of whose works have never been exhibited outside their home nations. The book also features a combined interview with a number of the living artists featured within, giving important insight into the thoughts and processes of Pop's international practitioners.

Exhibition Schedule:

Tate Modern, London(09/17/15-01/24/16)

Author: Jessica Morgan
ISBN-10: 0300216998
ISBN-13: 9780300216998
Publisher: Yale University Press
Language: English
Published: 11/17/2015
Pages: 272
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.50lbs
Size: 13.10h x 8.40w x 1.00d