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Whitney Biennial 2006

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Whitney Biennial 2006 presents the latest work from over 100 emerging and established American artists, showcasing a broad spectrum of contemporary art. Organised by curators Chrissie Iles and Phillippe Vergne, this catalogue accompanies the 73rd edition of the Whitney Museum's defining exhibition series, begun in 1932. It highlights both renowned artists and new talent making their major museum debut, offering an insightful overview of the state of American art today.
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Ideal for enthusiasts of contemporary art, museum professionals, art students, and collectors interested in American artistic trends and groundbreaking exhibitions.

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Featuring work by American artists, this title accompanies the Whitney Museum of American Art's signature survey. More than 100 artists and collaborative teams are included - recognised artists as well as those whose work has never before been seen in a major museum.

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Featuring the latest work by emerging and established American artists, Whitney Biennial 2006 accompanies the Whitney Museum of American Art's signature survey. The 73rd in a series of exhibitions inaugurated in 1932, this edition is organised by two internationally renowned curators, Chrissie Iles and Phillippe Vergne.

More than 100 artists and collaborative teams are includedโ€”recognised artists as well as those whose work has never before been seen in a major museum. The Biennial has become a measure of the state of contemporary art in America today; as always, it will garner international attention.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780874271522

Publisher: Whitney Museum of American Art,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 March 2006

Country: United States

Imprint: Whitney Museum of American Art,U.S.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 47.0mm

Width: 171.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 1447g

Pages: 832

About the Author

Chrissie Iles is curator of film and video at the Whitney. Phillippe Vergne is the deputy director and chief curator at the Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis.

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