Described as a major new contribution to our understanding of
artist Marcel Duchamp, James Housefield, Associate Professor of
Design, discusses his recent book, Playing with Earth and
Sky: Astronomy, Geography and the Art of Marcel
Duchamp, that reveals the significance astronomy,
geography, and aviation had for Duchamp—widely regarded as the
most influential artist of the past fifty years. A book signing
follows the lecture.
Ph.D. Art History, Boston UniversityM.A. Art History, University of Texas at AustinB.A. French Language and Literature, Vanderbilt University
Fields of interest: History of modern & contemporary art &
design. Marcel Duchamp, museums, narrative environments, and
experience design. Book design after Mallarmé.
