Sculpture Projects in Münster 1997

This catalogue documents a major exhibition of contemporary sculpture held every ten years in Münster. Grasskamp's analysis of art and the city focuses on sculptural interventions in public space. Works by Oldenburg, Beuys, Asher, Serra, Judd and Haacke are discussed in relation to narrative space, architectural facade, performance, politics and site-specificity. Daniel Buren focuses on the differences between art in the museum and out in the street. Artist's statements. 85 bibl. ref

La Biennale di Venezia 49 : Esposizione Internazionale d’Arte

This two volume catalogue for the 49th Venice Biennale, the major theme of which is represented by the phrase “Plateau of Humankind,” features the work of artists from 64 countries and texts by more than 175 authors. The first volume includes a curatorial essay by Szeemann, and documentation of selected works. The second volume focuses on the work of artists who were chosen to represent the countries participating in the biennial. List of works. List of illustrations. Bio-bibliography 159 p. 19 bibl. ref