Foreword by Ralph Rugoff. Text by Michael Bracewell, Rachel Thomas. Interview by Hans-Ulrich Obrist. Chronology by Debbie Meniru.
Like stained glass windows onto a modern age, Gilbert & George's pictures encompass the full spectrum of human existence
The dons of all artist duos, Gilbert & George have for five decades committed to their motto of "art for all," particularly through their method of "living sculpture." Their practice ranges from charcoal sketches to sculptural interventions; however, it is their expansive, vividly colored pictures that have become the signature facet of their oeuvre. Characterized by concise, often single-word titles emblazoned in bold capital letters, each picture becomes a stage for the exploration of societal norms and cultural taboos. With bespoke cover artwork designed by Gilbert & George themselves, 21st Century Pictures features selections from key series made since 2000. Lavishly produced, with red sprayed edges, it also includes an introduction by Rachel Thomas, an in-depth essay by Michael Bracewell and a new interview with the artists by Hans Ulrich Obrist.
STATUS: Forthcoming | 3/3/2026
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FORMAT: Hbk, 11.75 x 9.75 in. / 176 pgs / 100 color / 20 b&w. LIST PRICE: U.S. $60.00 LIST PRICE: CANADA $93 ISBN: 9781853323836 PUBLISHER: Hayward Publishing AVAILABLE: 3/3/2026 DISTRIBUTION: D.A.P. RETAILER DISC: TRADE PUBLISHING STATUS: Forthcoming AVAILABILITY: Awaiting stock TERRITORY: NA LA ME
Published by Hayward Publishing. Foreword by Ralph Rugoff. Text by Michael Bracewell, Rachel Thomas. Interview by Hans-Ulrich Obrist. Chronology by Debbie Meniru.
Like stained glass windows onto a modern age, Gilbert & George's pictures encompass the full spectrum of human existence
The dons of all artist duos, Gilbert & George have for five decades committed to their motto of "art for all," particularly through their method of "living sculpture." Their practice ranges from charcoal sketches to sculptural interventions; however, it is their expansive, vividly colored pictures that have become the signature facet of their oeuvre. Characterized by concise, often single-word titles emblazoned in bold capital letters, each picture becomes a stage for the exploration of societal norms and cultural taboos. With bespoke cover artwork designed by Gilbert & George themselves, 21st Century Pictures features selections from key series made since 2000. Lavishly produced, with red sprayed edges, it also includes an introduction by Rachel Thomas, an in-depth essay by Michael Bracewell and a new interview with the artists by Hans Ulrich Obrist.
