Today Is Always Yesterday explores the historical constructs
underlying contemporary art in Brazil. Michael Asbury, through his
study of the South American nation’s colonial and post-colonial
condition, argues that art can not only illustrate history but
activate it. The colours of the flag, a national emblem saturated
with symbolism and which has become central to the culture wars of
recent years, become devices to thematically structure the five
chapters of the book. Asbury shows how artists have responded to
cultural engagements and appropriations, and examines art’s role
in unravelling Brazil’s foundational myths and its projected
image as a racial melting pot. Richly illustrated, this book
presents a compelling account of contemporary debates in Brazilian
art.
General
| Imprint: |
Reaktion Books
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Release date: |
November 2023 |
| Authors: |
Michael Asbury
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| Dimensions: |
250 x 190mm (L x W) |
| Pages: |
320 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-78914-800-8 |
| Categories: |
Books
|
| LSN: |
1-78914-800-6 |
| Barcode: |
9781789148008 |
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