Blimey! from Bohemia to Britpop: The London Artworld from Francis Bacon to Damien Hirst

by Matthew Collin, Matthew Collins, Matthew Collings

Book Overview

A racy account of the London contemporary art scene by celebrated art critic Matthew Collings, giving a snapshot of the new Bohemia of the 90s interwoven with episodes from the author's own life in... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1901785009
• ISBN13: 9781901785005
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: 21 Publishing Ltd
• Length: 211 Pages
• Weight: 1.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.4" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Corr!

Matthew Collings is extremely aware of the zeitgeist. His criticisms can be so accurate that it hurts. To get a broad overview on the phenomena of Brit Art I really can't reccommend it enough.

Perhaps the greatest book of its genre!

It's comprehensive, it's well-written, it's intelligent and interesting, and it makes art fun and enjoyable - the way it has always meant to be. It's not a wonder that David Bowie had something to do with this, nor is it a wonder they chose to include Damien Hirst (an absolute artistic genius) in the title. The comparison to Francis Bacon is not lost on the populus!

A smack-on look at the London art world. Superb.

An absolutely accurate, though subjective, overview of the last 30 years of London art. Terribly funny and incredibly insightful. A wonderful read.

Hooray for Damien Hirst!

There's not much to say here that hasn't been said by others. Just get the book and read it. You will not regret it.

the arts SHOULD be fun!

An informative, entertaining and often hilarious overview of the post-WWII London art scene. Included throughout are photos of many of the artists mentioned and examples of their work. As opposed to most art books this one isn't the least bit tedious, the author injects it thoroughly with his lively personality and brings out the fun, playful side of the arts (for a change). I couldn't put it down!