Per Kirkeby Architecture

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Per Kirkeby is widely recognized for his visual art, but his deep passion for architecture shaped much of his creative work. This book explores Kirkeby’s architectural projects and reveals how architecture was a vital part of his artistic vision.

An insightful look into Per Kirkeby’s architectural achievements and their significance within his broader artistic practice.

Per Kirkeby’s architectural pursuits were not merely an add-on to his visual art; they were integral to his creative thinking. This book offers a comprehensive overview of his architectural output, highlighting buildings he designed later in his career alongside his writing, sculptures, and artwork.

Based on years of meticulous research into Kirkeby’s extensive archives, the book includes numerous conversations between the author and the artist. It also features well-preserved drawings from Kirkeby’s childhood and youth, shedding light on a previously unknown dimension of his artistic world.

Author Thomas Bo Jensen is an architect and professor at the Aarhus School of Architecture. He brings his expertise from previous monographs on notable figures like P. V. Jensen-Klint and architects Inger and Johannes Exner to this detailed study of Kirkeby’s architectural legacy.

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