| Wellington: A City for Sculpture Contributor(s): Harper, Jenny (Editor), Lister, Aaron (Editor), Connew, Bruce (Photographer) |
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ISBN: 0864735707 ISBN-13: 9780864735706 Publisher: Victoria University Press OUR PRICE: $30.35 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2008 Annotation: Featuring brilliant urban photography, this celebration of the dynamic presence of sculpture in Wellington vividly captures more than 40 sculptures throughout the city's streets and parks. An informative and provocative examination of the sculptures origins, this collection shows how many of the gorgeous art works came into being due to the shared vision of individuals, government agencies, and corporations who value the relationship of art and city, to brighten the lives of its citizens. The result is both a visual feast for the eyes and a unique record of the 21st Century city's fabric--sure to be treasured by travelers, art enthusiasts, and locals alike. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Travel | Australia & Oceania - Art | Sculpture & Installation |
| Dewey: 730.993 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 8.2" W x 10.7" (1.45 lbs) 144 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Australian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Featuring brilliant urban photography, this celebration of the dynamic presence of sculpture in Wellington vividly captures more than 40 sculptures throughout the city's streets and parks. An informative and provocative examination of the sculptures' origins, this collection shows how many of the gorgeous art works came into being due to the shared vision of individuals, government agencies, and corporations who value the relationship of art and city, to brighten the lives of its citizens. The result is both a visual feast and a unique record of the 21st-century city's fabric--sure to be treasured by travelers, art enthusiasts, and locals alike. |