Stripped Bare

Explores the naked body in contemporary art and photography, presenting a powerful selection of works by many of the most highly acclaimed artists of our time, including Cindy Sherman, Nan Goldin, Jeff Koons, Gerhard Richter and Araki. Many of the works have never previously been published and the forceful and often erotic images are accompanied by insightful essays that elucidate the complex and ongoing relationship between the body, the artist and the voyeur. This stunning and highly original book will appeal to anyone interested in contemporary art and culture. Though we're reminded of the temporary beauty and ultimate fragility of the body this is an uplifting collection - AXM