In this research dissertation I argue that selected works of artists Anselm Kiefer
(b.1945) and Anish Kapoor (b.1954) can best be understood as representations of
transcendence. I begin by locating works selected for this research within the body of
work each artist has produced. This is followed by the definition of my key terms:
representation, transcendence and emptiness. An analysis of the relation between
these terms forms the basis for my theoretical framework. I will then investigate the
specific material and aesthetic qualities of the selected works, and work towards a
metaphorical and conceptual understanding of the artworks with the aid of my
theoretical framework. This is followed by an investigation of my own creative work.
In the conclusion I consolidate my analysis of representations of transcendence and
emptiness in the previous three chapters, which is followed by a recapitulation and
consideration of my findings.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:wits/oai:wiredspace.wits.ac.za:10539/5896 |
| Date | 22 December 2008 |
| Creators | Rademeyer, Stefanus |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis |
| Format | application/pdf, application/pdf |
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