A Natural History of the Studio
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A Natural History of the Studio
One of the leading artists of our time offers a personal insight into his work, his childhood and his artistic techniques.
For more than three decades, South African artist William Kentridge has created a vast body of work comprising drawings and multimedia installations that have been exhibited worldwide.
Here he immerses us in the artistic, intellectual and production processes of his creations, providing philosophical, autobiographical, technical and practical commentary and giving intimate insight into the studios where he has created throughout his life.
A Natural History of the Studio is not only a must-read for admirers of Kentridge's work, but also a vibrant personal and philosophical exploration of the creative process and a critical look at the world and the human condition.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781804711255
Publisher: Atlantic Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 07 May 2026
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Grove Press
Edition: Main
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 240.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Born in Johannesburg, multimedia artist William Kentridge grew up under the pall of apartheid. Kentridge is the recipient of honorary doctorates from several universities including Yale and the University of London. His work has been exhibited at museums worldwide, including The Broad in Los Angeles, The Royal Academy of Arts in London and the SFMOMA, among others. He still lives and works in Johannesburg.
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