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Mathias Poledna

Mathias Poledna

Western Recording
Art & PhotographyArt
Pages
156
Published
2006
Language
English

Synopsis

Austrian-born, Los Angeles-based conceptualist Mathias Poledna deconstructs and reconstructs pop, political and media history. The film "Western Recording" (2003, 11 min.) takes as its starting point the recording of a vocal track on the 1969 song "City Life" by the singer-composer Harry Nilsson.

Prose complexity
6/10

Vibe

IntellectualThought-ProvokingComplexReflective

Genres

Art & Photography Art Music

Authors

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Alexander Alberro

Alexander Alberro is an art historian and critic. His writings often explore contemporary art and its institutions, with works such as "Robert Lehman lectures on contemporary art no.4" and "Museums of tomorrow" reflecting his interests.

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Mathias Poledna

Mathias Poledna is an artist whose work often explores themes of history and representation. His practice includes film, sculpture, and photography, with his notable work being the self-titled 'Mathias Poledna'.

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Tom Holert

Tom Holert writes about art and its history. He is known for his work on Mathias Poledna. Holert's writing often explores visual culture and contemporary art practices.