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Available
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Publication
Last Gasp (2017), 200 pages
Description
The Art of Tiki is a passionate study of the Tiki idol as an art form. For the first time, contemporary Tiki art is united and presented equally with what inspired it, original mid-century Polynesian pop. Author Sven Kirsten combines his first-hand experiences in exploring the birth of Tiki style with his intimate knowledge of the Tiki Revival, painting a vivid, visually arresting portrait of a unique, always new art genre. The Art of Tiki is published in conjunction with the 20th Anniversary Tiki Art Exhibition at La luz de Jesus Gallery in Los Angeles.
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LibraryThing member mstrust
A big coffee table book of tiki culture, with a special focus on the art. The authors were instrumental in the revival of tiki culture and include their own histories in putting together gallery shows and tiki newsletters in the 90's, and in gathering people who became well-known in tiki culture.
This is a beautiful book that looks back at the history of tiki from the 1930's to the 70's, especially in architecture, and also much that is currently happening, and features the works from artists who make their living in tiki culture. 5 stars!
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This is a beautiful book that looks back at the history of tiki from the 1930's to the 70's, especially in architecture, and also much that is currently happening, and features the works from artists who make their living in tiki culture. 5 stars!
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Language
Original language
English
Physical description
200 p.; 9 inches
ISBN
0867198672 / 9780867198676