Betye Saar: Black Girls Window: MoMA One on One Series

ISBN: 1633450767

Condition: New

Made at a critical juncture in Betye Saars (born 1926) career, the enigmatic assemblage Black Girls Window (1969) was recognized by the artist as a crucial link between her past and future even at the time she made it. Saar has drawn upon family history, spirituality, astrology and politics consistently throughout her 60-year career, and all are present in the prints, drawings and found material neatly ensconced within the gridded panes of the antique window frame that is the works defining element.This in-depth study by curators Christophe Cherix and Esther Adler expands our understanding of Saars early career and casts light on all that followed. Drawing on new research into the works construction and materials, and on firsthand discussions with the artist regarding the making of Black Girls Window and the themes behind her evocative imagery, this concise, generously illustrated volume explores one of Saars best-known and most iconic works.