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Anthology on the Idea of Comfort by Tony Côme and Juliette Pollet

publication · 2026-04-24

Tony Côme and Juliette Pollet have co-edited an anthology titled "L'Idée de confort" (The Idea of Comfort), published by Cnap/B42. The book explores the seemingly simple yet complex concept of comfort, a topic that reveals deep intricacies when examined closely. The publication was reviewed in artpress issue no. 438 in November 2016. The anthology compiles various texts and perspectives to dissect the notion of comfort, questioning its cultural, social, and historical dimensions. The editors aim to challenge conventional understandings and provoke critical thought about what comfort means in contemporary society. The book is part of a series by the publisher B42, known for art and design publications, and is supported by the Centre national des arts plastiques (Cnap).

Key facts

  • Tony Côme and Juliette Pollet co-edited the anthology 'L'Idée de confort'.
  • The book is published by Cnap/B42.
  • It was reviewed in artpress issue no. 438 in November 2016.
  • The anthology explores the concept of comfort as a complex idea.
  • It compiles multiple texts and perspectives on comfort.
  • The publication aims to challenge conventional understandings of comfort.
  • B42 is known for art and design publications.
  • The Centre national des arts plastiques (Cnap) supported the publication.

Entities

Artists

  • Tony Côme
  • Juliette Pollet

Institutions

  • Cnap
  • B42
  • artpress

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