Abstract

The authors reflect on the physical and conceptual properties of the colour black, questioning such notions as density, light, nothingness, and mystery. The etymology of the word "black" and its manifestations in 20th century art are evoked. Includes comments by most of the 24 exhibiting artists, as well as many excerpts from critical essays and artist's statements. Biographical notes. 29 bibl. ref

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