Descripción
This edited collection delves into the intricate relationships between visual arts and the rapidly evolving urban landscape of contemporary China. Renowned scholars contribute diverse perspectives, exploring how art serves as a medium for representation and intervention within urban environments. The work highlights the ways in which artistic expressions reflect and challenge cultural narratives in a society undergoing significant transformation.
Through a series of insightful essays, the authors address the complexities of visual culture, examining both traditional and modern practices. They underscore the role of artists in navigating socio-political contexts, ultimately prompting discussions on identity, urbanity, and the future of art in a globalized world. The volume stands as a vital resource for anyone interested in understanding the intersections of art, society, and urban development in today's China.
Through a series of insightful essays, the authors address the complexities of visual culture, examining both traditional and modern practices. They underscore the role of artists in navigating socio-political contexts, ultimately prompting discussions on identity, urbanity, and the future of art in a globalized world. The volume stands as a vital resource for anyone interested in understanding the intersections of art, society, and urban development in today's China.
Detalles del libro
Formato
Tapa dura
Páginas
324 páginas
Idioma
Inglés
Publicado
Aug 24, 2018
Editorial
Amsterdam University Press
ISBN-10
9462982236
ISBN-13
9789462982239