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Discover the fascinating life of Pauline Boty in this brand new book that delves into her remarkable journey as a pioneering British Pop artist. Born in 1938, Boty was a trailblazer in the predominantly male art world of the 1960s, leaving an indelible mark on the British Pop Art movement. This captivating biography explores her connections with notable artists like David Hockney and Peter Blake, and highlights her impactful presence in the art scene of London during that vibrant decade.
With a rich narrative complemented by stunning illustrations of Boty's most iconic works, this book not only showcases her artistic talent but also her multifaceted personality as a performer and cultural figure. Pauline Boty’s life story, cut tragically short at the age of 28, is a testament to her creativity and her pivotal role in redefining art and feminism. From her appearances on stage and film to her radical views and charismatic activism, this biography connects the dots between art, culture, and society.
Published by Quarto UK in 2023, this book is perfect for art history enthusiasts, feminists, and anyone looking to understand the evolution of pop culture through the lens of one of its most dynamic figures. With comprehensive research by Marc Kristal, this exploration of Boty’s life and legacy is essential reading.
Delivery Information: Enjoy fast and reliable shipping across New Zealand, ensuring your precious order of this compelling biography arrives promptly at your door. Experience the story of Pauline Boty today and embrace the vibrancy she brought to the art world!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780711287549
Year: 2023
Publisher: Quarto UK
Description:
Pauline Boty (1938 -1966) was a founding member of the British Pop Art movement and one of its very few women.She attended Londons Royal College of Art at a watershed moment when its students included David Hockney,Peter Blake, R.B. Kitaj and Allen Jones. Dying tragically young at the age of 28, she is now seen as central to British Pop Art and an icon of Sixties culture. As well as her work as an artist, she appeared on the stage, TV and in film (including alongside Michael Caine in Alfie) and was a regular contributor on BBC radio.She was photographed by David Bailey and other society photographers and became a key player in 1960s Londons goldenage.
Outspoken, provocative and charismatic, she refused to accept the oppositions between sexual woman and serious artist, between celebration and critique, between high and low culture. Observer and participant, feminist and hedonist, subject and object, Botys double vision was decades ahead of its time, and prefigured a diversity of artists-everyone from Cindy Sherman to Madonna. Having been largely forgotten after her death, her reputation has been growing steadily since the rediscovery and exhibition of her works in the early 1990s. As well as cropping up regularly in various books, documentaries and newspaper articles since then, she features as a central character in Ali Smiths novel Autumn (2016) and one of her works sold for $1.4m at auction in June 2022. After seeing her work at an auction in 2013, author Marc Kristal has spent almost ten years researching her life, interviewing the people who knew her and delving into archives and libraries.
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With a rich narrative complemented by stunning illustrations of Boty's most iconic works, this book not only showcases her artistic talent but also her multifaceted personality as a performer and cultural figure. Pauline Boty’s life story, cut tragically short at the age of 28, is a testament to her creativity and her pivotal role in redefining art and feminism. From her appearances on stage and film to her radical views and charismatic activism, this biography connects the dots between art, culture, and society.
Published by Quarto UK in 2023, this book is perfect for art history enthusiasts, feminists, and anyone looking to understand the evolution of pop culture through the lens of one of its most dynamic figures. With comprehensive research by Marc Kristal, this exploration of Boty’s life and legacy is essential reading.
Delivery Information: Enjoy fast and reliable shipping across New Zealand, ensuring your precious order of this compelling biography arrives promptly at your door. Experience the story of Pauline Boty today and embrace the vibrancy she brought to the art world!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780711287549
Year: 2023
Publisher: Quarto UK
Description:
Pauline Boty (1938 -1966) was a founding member of the British Pop Art movement and one of its very few women.She attended Londons Royal College of Art at a watershed moment when its students included David Hockney,Peter Blake, R.B. Kitaj and Allen Jones. Dying tragically young at the age of 28, she is now seen as central to British Pop Art and an icon of Sixties culture. As well as her work as an artist, she appeared on the stage, TV and in film (including alongside Michael Caine in Alfie) and was a regular contributor on BBC radio.She was photographed by David Bailey and other society photographers and became a key player in 1960s Londons goldenage.
Outspoken, provocative and charismatic, she refused to accept the oppositions between sexual woman and serious artist, between celebration and critique, between high and low culture. Observer and participant, feminist and hedonist, subject and object, Botys double vision was decades ahead of its time, and prefigured a diversity of artists-everyone from Cindy Sherman to Madonna. Having been largely forgotten after her death, her reputation has been growing steadily since the rediscovery and exhibition of her works in the early 1990s. As well as cropping up regularly in various books, documentaries and newspaper articles since then, she features as a central character in Ali Smiths novel Autumn (2016) and one of her works sold for $1.4m at auction in June 2022. After seeing her work at an auction in 2013, author Marc Kristal has spent almost ten years researching her life, interviewing the people who knew her and delving into archives and libraries.
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