Description
Explore the profound artistic journey of Hanne Darboven in 'Writing Time.' This compelling book serves as a comprehensive investigation into the conceptual artist's highly personal mark-making as a unique form of recording time on paper. Delve into the mesmerizing world of Hanne Darboven (1941–2009), famed for her immersive art installations displaying individually framed sheets filled with intricate written formulations and collaged images. 'Writing Time' methodically unfolds around three pivotal moments in Darboven’s artistic evolution. Beginning with her Konstruction drawings, abstract masterpieces created during her transformative years in New York, discover the innovative drawing techniques, including transversal and mirroring strategies, that define her early work. As you journey through the pages, witness how Darboven ingeniously transformed her drawing practice into mathematical formulas that translate specific dates and durations into visual forms—from calligraphic lines to meticulously sequenced boxes. The narrative crescendos with an insightful examination of 'Inventions that Have Changed Our World,' a landmark installation illustrating each day of the 20th century, paired with notable inventors from Gutenberg to the Wright brothers. Available through Yale University Press, 'Writing Time' is an essential addition for art historians, enthusiasts, and anyone intrigued by how art challenges conventional notions of time and reality. Celebrate Hanne Darboven's legacy and dive into this artful chronicle that redefines the boundaries of artistic expression and timekeeping.