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Michael Andrews Paperback: 56 pages
This is probaly my favourite exhibition catalogue ever by anyone. I've always been fascinated by the mystical hugeness of Ayers Rock/Uluru and to see the gentle poetic pictures of one of my favourite artists, Michael Andrews, represent them is deeply moving. The colours, the purity of line, the light .. picture upon picture is soothing and uplifting at the same time. They take you to another place - an ethereal, spiritual place. Plus many images are hidden in a fold-out so opening them out just adds to the astonishment when you reveal each picture.
It's 30 years since the artist's death in 1995 and his status as one of the great British artists of the 2nd half of the 20th century seems to have lagged behind those of his peers: Bacon, Freud, Auerbach, Hockney and Kossoff. And yet it shouldn't as there is such visual poetry in his output that once seen (preferably in the flesh but reproduction like this are no bad substitute) it is never forgotten. Maybe it is gentle but there is something good in that as a counterpoint to Bacon's awesome brutality, Auerbach's and Kossoff's frenetic intensity, Hockney's mercurial brilliance or Freud's overwhelming beauty. It has a subtle charm seldom seen in art or indeed in life these days.
Exhilarating.
Andrews' interpretation of Uluru in his paintings reflects his recognition of its spiritual resonance. He referred to it as a "Cathedral," highlighting its grandeur and sacredness. His works not only capture the physical beauty of the landscape but also evoke a sense of reverence and connection to the spiritual dimension of the site.
This series also bridges cultural perspectives, as Andrews, a British artist, sought to understand and represent the spiritual significance of an Australian landmark. His approach invites viewers to reflect on the interconnectedness of humanity and nature, as well as the respect owed to indigenous cultures and their sacred sites.
The exhibition at the Whitechapel Art Gallery in London lasted from February 1 to March 24, 1991. It also included other landscape paintings that complemented the themes of the Ayers Rock series.
This out of print Andrews catalogue is in very good condition.
Images © Estate of Michael Andrews/Whitechapel. All Rights Reserved.
1 back in stock. 'Used - good'. All in very good to excellent condition apart from the back cover where there are 2 small tears/blemishes at top center of catalogue - hence the lower price. Our ref: ci.
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