Description
Including 120 full-colour images throughout, this is a vividly illustrated, in-depth and up-to-date introduction to the world of Korean art from 1950 to the present day. The book covers such as topics as: * Historical, political and social contexts from the military dictatorship through the post-Olympics period to the digital age; * Major artistic movements, including: Modernist, New Wave, Avant Garde and feminist art; * Key forms, from traditional ink painting to public art, architecture and digital art; * Artistic institutions, from established galleries and the art market to artists' collectives and alternative spaces; * Global contexts, including Korean American, Korean diaspora and and Korean adopted artists. Including an appendix of key art institutions, major exhibitions and important artists, this book is an essential introduction and reference guide to Korean art and its global impact.
Including 120 full-colour images, this is a richly illustrated introduction to modern and contemporary Korean art and its historical, cultural and international contexts.
About the Author
Jung-Sil Lee is Professor at Maryland Institute College of Art, and George Washington University, USA. She curated extensive art exhibitions including "Collateral Damage" in John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY, New York, 2016) and "Truth: Promise for Peace" traveling exhibition (2017) sponsored by Korean Minster of Gender Equality and Family. Dong-Yeon Koh is Adjunct Lecturer at Seoul National University, Korea. Koh is the author of nine books in English and in Korean including The Korean War and Postmemory Generation (2021), The Condition of Art Criticism (2019), and Soft-power: The Popularization Artistic Practices in East Asian Art (2018).
Reviews
At a time when the world is increasingly drawn to Korean culture and K-Pop, this vibrantly illustrated book not only offers substantial explanations of quintessential artworks, but also provides insightful explanations about foremost Korean artists, art movements, and their environment. It effectively explains the historical, political, and cultural background of modern and contemporary Korea, shedding light on the circumstances that gave birth to the creation of important works of art. -- Barbara von Barghahn, Professor of Art History and Corcoran Program Chair in Art History, George Washington University, USA
This book is an excellent resource for individuals looking to expand their knowledge of Korean modern art... The authors' dedication to seeking out current sources and materials is commendable, and their approach of looking at Korean modern and contemporary art through diverse lenses gives the reader a fresh perspective. The book challenges traditional interpretations of Korean modern art, offering a new and engaging art historical narrative. -- Yoon Jinsup, Art Critic and the Vice President of AICA (International Art Critics Association)
Book Information
ISBN 9781350446878
Author Jung-Sil Lee
Format Hardback
Page Count 336
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Including 120 full-colour images, this is a richly illustrated introduction to modern and contemporary Korean art and its historical, cultural and international contexts.
About the Author
Jung-Sil Lee is Professor at Maryland Institute College of Art, and George Washington University, USA. She curated extensive art exhibitions including "Collateral Damage" in John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY, New York, 2016) and "Truth: Promise for Peace" traveling exhibition (2017) sponsored by Korean Minster of Gender Equality and Family. Dong-Yeon Koh is Adjunct Lecturer at Seoul National University, Korea. Koh is the author of nine books in English and in Korean including The Korean War and Postmemory Generation (2021), The Condition of Art Criticism (2019), and Soft-power: The Popularization Artistic Practices in East Asian Art (2018).
Reviews
At a time when the world is increasingly drawn to Korean culture and K-Pop, this vibrantly illustrated book not only offers substantial explanations of quintessential artworks, but also provides insightful explanations about foremost Korean artists, art movements, and their environment. It effectively explains the historical, political, and cultural background of modern and contemporary Korea, shedding light on the circumstances that gave birth to the creation of important works of art. -- Barbara von Barghahn, Professor of Art History and Corcoran Program Chair in Art History, George Washington University, USA
This book is an excellent resource for individuals looking to expand their knowledge of Korean modern art... The authors' dedication to seeking out current sources and materials is commendable, and their approach of looking at Korean modern and contemporary art through diverse lenses gives the reader a fresh perspective. The book challenges traditional interpretations of Korean modern art, offering a new and engaging art historical narrative. -- Yoon Jinsup, Art Critic and the Vice President of AICA (International Art Critics Association)
Book Information
ISBN 9781350446878
Author Jung-Sil Lee
Format Hardback
Page Count 336
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
