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In the late 1960s, while still a recent graduate with scant means, artist Bruce Nauman (born 1941) explored a trio of interwoven subjects: the studio, the daily practice of making art and the role of the artist. He outlined the latter, for example, in a memorable neon sign, alongside more commercial counterparts affixed to the exterior of his building. The workâs cool spiral letters traced the claim, at once ironic and heartfelt: âœThe true artist helps the world by revealing mystic truths.â Questioning the role of the spectator and channeling Naumanâs inquisitive attitude, this book features contributions by Judith Barry, William Kentridge, David Levine, Gedi Sibony, Gary Simmons, Charline von Heyl and Mark Wallinger.

Artists on Bruce Nauman

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    A Paperback / softback by Bruce Nauman, Katherine Atkins, Stephen Hoban

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      Publisher: Dia Art Foundation,U.S.
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 28/11/2018
      ISBN13: 9780944521878, 978-0944521878
      ISBN10: 944521878

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      Book Synopsis
      In the late 1960s, while still a recent graduate with scant means, artist Bruce Nauman (born 1941) explored a trio of interwoven subjects: the studio, the daily practice of making art and the role of the artist. He outlined the latter, for example, in a memorable neon sign, alongside more commercial counterparts affixed to the exterior of his building. The workâs cool spiral letters traced the claim, at once ironic and heartfelt: âœThe true artist helps the world by revealing mystic truths.â Questioning the role of the spectator and channeling Naumanâs inquisitive attitude, this book features contributions by Judith Barry, William Kentridge, David Levine, Gedi Sibony, Gary Simmons, Charline von Heyl and Mark Wallinger.

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