{"title":"Darsie Alexander","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the \u003cem\u003eDarsie Alexander\u003c\/em\u003e collection, where history and art intertwine to offer a profound exploration of cultural narratives and artistic evolution. Known for her scholarly approach, Darsie Alexander brings a unique perspective to the world of history and military, offering readers an opportunity to delve into the nuanced relationships between art, society, and legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works within this collection is \u003cstrong\u003eAfterlives\u003c\/strong\u003e. This book examines the enduring impact of artistic expression across various time periods, reflecting on how art transforms in the context of historical events. Alexander's insightful commentary not only highlights the resilience of creative works but also invites readers to consider the broader implications of art within historical contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or an art aficionado, the Darsie Alexander collection provides a captivating journey through time, exploring how the past continuously shapes our current and future perspectives. Dive into her works to experience a rich tapestry of history and art that broadens understanding and inspires continued inquiry.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"afterlives-by-darsie-alexander-9780300250701","title":"Afterlives","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA strikingly original exploration of the profound impact of World War II on how we understand the art that survived it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of World War II, an estimated one million artworks and 2.5 million books had been seized from their owners by Nazi forces; many were destroyed. The artworks and cultural artefacts that survived have traumatic, layered histories. This book traces the biographies of these objects—including paintings, sculpture, and Judaica—their rescue in the aftermath of the war, and their afterlives in museums, private collections, and in our cultural understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn examining how this history affects the way we view these works, scholars discuss the moral and aesthetic implications of maintaining the association between the works and their place within the brutality of the Holocaust—or, conversely, the implications of ignoring this history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAfterlives\u003c\/em\u003e offers a thought-provoking investigation of the unique ability of art and artefacts to bear witness to historical events. With rarely seen archival photographs and contributions by contemporary artists Maria Eichhorn, Hadar Gad, Dor Guez, and Lisa Oppenheim, this catalogue illuminates the study of a difficult and still-urgent subject, with many parallels to today’s crises of art in war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePublished in association with the Jewish Museum, New York.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExhibition Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJewish Museum, New York\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e (Opens August 2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000519966956,"sku":"9780300250701","price":83.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24504753482294.jpg?v=1763280293"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/darsie-alexander.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}