Vanishing Ice: Alpine and Polar Landscapes in Art, 1775-2012

Vanishing Ice: Alpine and Polar Landscapes in Art, 1775-2012

Vanishing Ice introduces the rich artistic legacy of the planetâ€™s frozen frontiers now threatened by a changing climate. Tracing the impact of glaciers, icebergs, and fields of ice on artists' imaginations, this interdisciplinary survey explores the connections between generations of artists who adopt different styles, media, and approaches to interpret alpine and polar landscapes.

Beginning in the eighteenth century, collaborations between the arts and sciences contributed to a deeper understanding of snowcapped mountains, the Arctic, and Antarctica. A resurgence of interest in these environments as dramatic indicators of climate change galvanizes contemporary expeditions to the glaciers and the poles. Today, artists, writers, and scientists awaken the world to both the beauty and increasing vulnerability of ice.
Country USA
Brand Whatcom Museum
Manufacturer Whatcom Museum
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780295993423
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780295993423
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00