Joseph Beuys was photographed extensively during his life, whether at work, while travelling or at home. But only a few photographers had the privileged access and tenacity of Klaus Staeck and Gerhard Steidl. Graphic artist Staeck and printer/publisher Steidl accompanied Beuys with their cameras from 1970 until his death in 1986. Staeck and Steidl were part of Beuys' entourage, worked closely with him to produce his multiples and objects, and documented intimate aspects of the life of this unmatched artist-performer. These ...
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Joseph Beuys was photographed extensively during his life, whether at work, while travelling or at home. But only a few photographers had the privileged access and tenacity of Klaus Staeck and Gerhard Steidl. Graphic artist Staeck and printer/publisher Steidl accompanied Beuys with their cameras from 1970 until his death in 1986. Staeck and Steidl were part of Beuys' entourage, worked closely with him to produce his multiples and objects, and documented intimate aspects of the life of this unmatched artist-performer. These photos reveal Beuys' unique charismatic personality that influenced not only those he met, but society and art in general.
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Hbk 736pp, text in German and English, profusely illustr throughout b+w photos (some in color), no dj as issued, fine gray cloth boards with embossed black titles now in custom acetate jacket, an unread copy, excellent clean tight unmarked as new.
