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Walk on the Wild Side

At the heart of the Carmignac Collection
By Luc Ferry and Fabrice Bousteau and Édouard Carmignac and Charles Carmignac and David Cronenberg and Alejandro Jodorowsky and Catherine Millet and Camille Morineau
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In Walk on the Wild Side, a diverse group of authors delves into the intersection of art, philosophy, and culture. They provide insight into the human experience through a series of essays and dialogues, exploring how art challenges societal norms and inspires innovative thought. This thought-provoking work reflects on the provocative power of art and its influence on society.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a passion for contemporary arts and culture, offering an intriguing exploration of diverse creative minds including filmmakers, philosophers, and art experts. It's perfect for those interested in the intersection of artistic expression and cultural critique from a variety of influential voices.

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Works by legendary artists from the Carmignac Collection.

A private collection is an account of an individual's passion and reveals something of its owner's personality.

Composed of around 250 works by leading artists such as Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, Martial Raysse, Gerhard Richter, and Ed Ruscha, the Carmignac Collection is also an open dialogue with emerging art scenes and contemporary creation by artists like Zhang Huan and Korakrit Arunanondchai.

First exhibited in the offices of Carmignac Gestion, and now shared with the public at the Fondation Carmignac's premises in Porquerolles, the collection belonging to Édouard Carmignac has provoked its viewers since its inception in the early 1980s.

In this volume, Nicolas Bourriaud, Luc Ferry, Alejandro Jodorowsky, Camille Morineau, Catherine Millet, and David Cronenberg lead you through six of its key themes: The Great Game; Shocks and Freedom; Heritage; Perception Introspection; Contemporary Mythologies; Transgression and Sex.

Walk on the Wild Side offers a captivating journey into these compelling themes, showcasing the vibrant and provocative nature of the Carmignac Collection.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9782370740410

Publisher: Editions Skira Paris

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 December 2017

Country: France

Imprint: Editions Skira Paris

Illustration: Illustrated in colour and duotone throughout

Contributors:

  • Text by Nicolas Bourriaud

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 1810g

Pages: 284

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Alejandro Jodorowsky Arts & Culture Camille Morineau Catherine Millet Charles Carmignac David Cronenberg Fabrice Bousteau Luc Ferry Non-Fiction Édouard Carmignac

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