ELIASCH, Amanda and Gemma de CRUZ. British Artists at Work.

(New York, NY): Assouline, 2003. First edition. Quarto. 291 pages. A unique insight into the world of contemporary British art. The volume looks at four generations of artists. from the established to the newly emerging. Photographs of each of the artists. taken by Amanda Eliasch during 2002 in the artists’ studios. are set alongside examples of their work. The text by Gemma de Cruz provides a brief overview of who the artists are. what they do and how their work and ideas fit into the art world at this time. This book draws attention to a particular selection of artists who together form a strong idea of what is happening now in contemporary art in London. featuring artists who are influential alongside those they have influenced. Featured artists include Tracey Emin, Antony Gormley, Gary Hume, Jenny Saville, Fiona Rae, Gavin Turk, Anish Kapoor, Gilbert & George, to name but a few. A near fine copy in wrappers, with Perspex bolted spine.