Discover the captivating world of *Lateral Inversions: The Prints of Barry Cleavin*, a stunning hardback book authored by Melinda Johnston, published by Canterbury University Press. This brand new volume showcases the innovative artistry of Barry Cleavin, a pivotal figure in New Zealand's art scene since the 1960s. Measuring 170 x 230 mm, this beautifully bound collection features 288 pages filled with over 120 vibrant color plates, offering a major survey of Cleavin's prints and drawings from 1966 to 2012.

Cleavin's distinctive style is renowned for its mix of humor and sharp social commentary. With themes that resonate deeply with our fragile and often absurd existence, *Lateral Inversions* compels readers to engage with art that challenges perceptions and encourages introspection. Each work is thoughtfully contextualized within the social and historical landscape of its time, revealing new insights into Cleavin's artistic journey. Discover not just a collection of prints, but a reflection on contemporary life and its complexities through Cleavin's unique lens.

Perfect for art lovers and collectors alike, *Lateral Inversions* is a must-have addition to any library. Order now to dive deep into the thought-provoking artistry of Barry Cleavin and experience the visual echoes and thematic explorations that have defined his groundbreaking work.

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CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 170 x 230 mm
Pages: 288
Bind: hardback
Author: Melinda Johnston Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Publication Date: 18-11-2013

Barry Cleavin has played a significant role within the New Zealand arts scene since the 1960s. In his prints he maintains a consistently individual approach, with a style that is immediately recognisable yet ranges from lightly humorous parody through to caustic social comment. In Cleavin's world nothing is what it seems: Lateral Inversions invites viewers to explore other ways of seeing and understanding, prompting a wider consideration of our fragile and often absurd existence.
Lavishly illustrated with over 120 colour plates, Lateral Inversions draws from Cleavin's vast output to present a major representative survey of his prints and drawings from 1966 through until 2012. Over more than five decades Cleavin has developed thematic groupings, created visual echoes and provided contemporary twists on age-old traditions. Selected works are presented within the context of Cleavin's wider oeuvre, but they are also placed within their social and historical background, demonstrating the range of Cleavin's talent and providing significant new insights into his work and thematic concerns.

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