Ernest Trova

Résumé du livre

"Ernest Trova has attempted to summarize man's condition in contemporary society with a popular graphic symbol called Falling Man. When Trova created the figure in 1964, he focused on psychological and moral issues, rather than on man's physical being. One sees Trova's popular image in an unlimited number of roles and an endless assortment of emotional and intellectual attitudes. There is no end to the series; there is only an evolution, because Trova portrays man as he sees him now. As man changes, his philosophy will change, and so will Trova's vision of him. "I am not a reformer...," said Trova "not part of any social or political group. My interest is man as he is now on the verge of entering the 21st century. I am concerned with how to cope with our time. My interest is in the formulation of a personal philosophy, a guide for my individual life-style as a contemporary sculptor living in the United States." The 123 illustrations in this monograph represent every aspect of the artist's work. This document also includes an interview with Trova and a comprehensive bibliography of his work." --