Beards Rock: Facial Hair in Contemporary Art and Graphic Design

Name: Beards Rock: Facial Hair in Contemporary Art and Graphic Design
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9782374950044
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Beards Rock: Facial Hair in Contemporary Art and Graphic Design explores the rich history and cultural significance of facial hair. From the iconic beards of ancient philosophers to the floral styles of the hippie era, this visually stunning book showcases how beards and moustaches have symbolised everything from authority to frivolity across different cultures and eras. Curated by Sarah 'La barbiere de Paris', it presents the first visual history dedicated to this fascinating aspect of popular culture.
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This book is ideal for readers interested in arts and culture, graphic design enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the evolving meanings of facial hair through history and society.

An artist's celebration of the history of beards, moustaches and facial hair: from ancient philosophers to modern hipsters.

Description

From the ancient philosophers' beards to floral hippie beards, from the thick hair of the great warriors to the sophisticated dandies, facial hair has long been part of popular culture. Perceived as a sign of authority or vulgarity, of manhood or frivolity, the meaning of beards has been evolving over the centuries and according to different cultures.

This is the first visual history of beards and moustaches. The book is curated by Sarah 'La barbiere de Paris'.

Beards Rock: Facial Hair in Contemporary Art and Graphic Design

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9782374950044

Publisher: Cernunnos

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 July 2019

Country: France

Imprint: Cernunnos

Contributors:

Compiled by Sarah La Barbière de Paris

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 248.0mm

Height: 310.0mm

Weight: 1980g

Pages: 288

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction

About the Author

Sarah, “la barbière de Paris,” is an international celebrity barber known for her technical precision and eye for detail.