William Morris: Animal/Artifact

by James Yood, Tina Oldknow, Robert Vinnedge (Photographer)

This oversize volume (12x12.5) is appropriate for display of glass artist Morris' beautiful recent sculptures stunning depictions and explorations of themes related to archaeology, animals, and the hunt. Essays by James Yood (art theory and criticism, Northwestern University) and Tina Oldknow (curator, Museum of Glass, Corning, NY) provide background for the 268 plates (most in color). Morris is based near Seattle; his extensive exhibition, award, and bibliographic history is included. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Genres: Art

275 pages, Hardcover

First published February 1, 2001

Reviews

[Claire · Rating 5 out of 5]

A student of Dale Chihuly, I feel Morris' work, though very different, far surpasses. His content, humor, form, color, and texture are captured beautifully on each page.

[Taylor W. Rushing · Rating 5 out of 5]

The greatest artist of our generation!!!!