Louise Bourgeois: The Fabric Works Hardcover – April 26, 2011

This beautiful book catalogues an exhibition by the same name , first held in Venice in 2008. Paper and print quality are generous.The essay [by Germano Celant ], the chapter listing the catalog of L.B's important exhibitions , and the listing of work done in terms of yearly periods/phases - are each intelligently presented ,fleshing out ideas about her work with a freshness and clarity . There is more insight and generosity here than most other L.B publications.[Publication originally in Italian , the translation occasionally apparent].The photographs are beautiful , following both iconic and less known work.Louise Bourgeois died in 2010 at the age of 99 , the book describes a steady path through this long life , a surprising consistency , editing and remembering and repairing , and possibly redemption expressed in the feminine mother heroine softness of the fabric woven spider illustrated on the cover . Given this argument , this mother spider should be as iconic to L.B's work as the massive sensational[ist] metal spiders have become.This book is essential to a comprehensive understanding of L.B's work as 'repairer'of self.

The book is in better condition than I expected for an ex-library book, and it is a really brilliant book. If you're a Louise Bourgeois fan, it's a must. So many fantastic pieces of work within the pages.This seller sent the book very well packaged and it arrived in Italy quicker than expected. I was concerned with ordering such a big book, especially one I really wanted, all the way from the US but I'm glad I took the risk.

My wife is a sewist. She wanted this book, and I was lucky enough to find it for her, in pristine condition. So happy to be able to get it for her

if you like Louise Bourgeois' work and are interested in Textile works in general this book is a wonderful survey into artists works of this type. there are plenty of late abstract geometrical works which I personally like less but there are almost every masterpiece of this artist.

I like textiles a lot so seeing work by an artist I admire is a pleasure

This beautiful book provides a thorough grasp of Louise's work that is less well known. There are color plates of the work, personal writing by the artist, and essays. It is astonishing how her work stayed fresh as she aged and lived to be and for being anartist

This is a beautiful book, high quality pictures and lots of fabric work that I had not realised Louis had completed in her final years. The writings are very informative . Love it and will always hold onto it. Its a must for any Louis Bourgeois fans.

She is a brilliant artist, working in several mediums throughout her long life. The Fabric Works pictured, the text is a must for anyone interested in her work.