William Edmondson, 9780300269840
Hardcover
Rediscovering a self-taught sculptor, exploring his art and enduring relevance.

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  • Hardcover

    152 pages

  • Release Date

    28 September 2023

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Summary

William Edmondson: A New Perspective on an American Sculptor

This richly illustrated volume reintroduces readers to American sculptor William Edmondson (1874–1951) more than 80 years after his historic solo exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art. Edmondson began carving at the onset of the Depression in Tennessee. Initially creating tombstones for his community, over time he expanded his practice to include biblical subjects, the natural world, and recognizable figures including nur…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780300269840
ISBN-10:0300269846
Author:James Claiborne, Nancy Ireson, Brendan Fernandes, Leslie King Hammond, Christina Knight, Kelli Morgan
Publisher:Yale University Press
Imprint:Yale University Press
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:152
Release Date:28 September 2023
Weight:666g
Dimensions:292mm x 235mm
About The Author

James Claiborne

James Claiborne is curator of public programs and Nancy Ireson is deputy director for collections and exhibitions and Gund Family Chief Curator, both at the Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia.

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