The Dinner Party: Restoring Women to History
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| Rating | : | 4.53 (737 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1580933890 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 288 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-06-15 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The artwork is described in detail in three chronological sections, beginning with prehistory and ending with the woman’s revolution of the 1970s. “Organized to mirror the exhibition, each section is divided into four chronological wings, rather than chapters, and includes a short description of the woman represented and a photograph of her plate and place setting. All of the women—from the central piece to the names listed on the floor tiles—are included for their contributions. Essays cover the biography of Judy Chicago, describe how the work arrived at the museum, and offer an art historian’s perspective on its place in history
Judy Chicago’s The Dinner Party is a defining work of feminist and contemporary art that brought women’s history to light on the national stage when it was completed in 1979. The Dinner Party, a monumental triangular table, and the Heritage Floor on which the table rests, represents 1,038 women in history—39 by unique large ceramic plates and runners with another 999 names inscribed on the floor’s ceramic tiles. A perfect companion to a revolutionary artwork, the bookis a must-have for both long-standing fans of Judy Chicago’s oeuvre and young artists and women looking for reflections of themselves in
Her art is frequently exhibited in the United States and internationally. A preeminent artist, author, feminist, and educator, Judy Chicago’s work and life have been devoted to expanding women’s presence in the arts and in art history. The Dinner Party is her best-known work.
"Will buy more to give to my daughters" according to Pam. It is a great resource book but it is even more than that! It is inspirational. Many great women's contributions to history are highlighted.. arrived quickly as described book arrived before estimated date as described. very happy. ordered it for my awesome feminist grandmother. C. Singer said Five Stars. Excellent all around.