• This Essay Compares Two Works of Art by the Artist Louise Nevelson

     

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Published: 16.12.2002.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
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  • Essays 'This Essay Compares Two Works of Art by the Artist Louise Nevelson', 1.
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Louise Nevelson; a Legacy
Louise Nevelson is a milestone in the history of modern art. Her unique and modern pieces have become staples for in the definition of junk art, reinventing the uses for simple objects and turning them into stunning masterpieces.
Jennifer Blessings critique of Nevelson's 'White Vertical Water' and 'Luminous Zag; Night' seem to understand many of the strong elements in her work, yet fail to describe the grandeur scale of intimidation such pieces create in their immediate presence. Nevelson's large finished products tower over their audience with a wall of authority. Their sheer size is enough to send babies quivering back to their mothers. 'Luminous Zag; Night' is able to capture the excitement of vivid repletion creating a constantly moving path for the eye to trace throughout the piece. …

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