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John Clark’s magisterial The Asian Modern reconstructs the notion of art and its historiography. Writing about the history of the Asian modern through the social life of artists, he generates a new paradigm for the narration of art. The Asian Modern meticulously charts his analysis of art in Asia from the 1850s to the present day, and is an invaluable resource for the scholar and layman alike.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Innovative Asian art history through artists' social lives.
Who is this book for?
If you are interested in the vibrant and complex evolution of Asian modern art, John Clark’s book offers a fresh perspective by focusing on the artists' social contexts. It’s perfect for readers who want an in-depth yet accessible look at how art and society intertwine across different eras. You'll find a thorough analysis that might even reshape how you think about Asian art's development.
