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Joseph Cornell and astronomy : a case for the stars
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Joseph Cornell and astronomy : a case for the stars

by Kirsten Hoving

This study examines the influence of astronomy on Joseph Cornell's artwork, analysing how scientific discoveries informed his films, collages, and assemblage boxes. It draws on his extensive collection of astronomical literature and records of personal stargazing.

Accession 3515 ISBN 9780691134987 Publisher Princeton University Press
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