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ArtReview April 2019 Issue Features Andrea Fraser on Post-Trump Art, War Photography in London, and Global Exhibitions

publication · 2026-04-20

The April 2019 edition of ArtReview includes a dialogue between J.J. Charlesworth and Andrea Fraser, focusing on the connection between art and power in the aftermath of Trump. Marina Warner and T.J. Clark explore the potential impact of art in light of their recent publications. Oliver Basciano examines war photography within gallery contexts, highlighting three exhibitions in London. Interviews with the architect and director provide insights into the MK Gallery's redesign. Jeppe Ugelvig offers an analysis of Tishan Hsu's works from the 1980s. Martin Herbert suggests spring exhibitions across various cities. Yuji Agematsu converses with Ross Simonini regarding environmental documentation and Milford Graves. An archival review of G.M. Butcher's 1961 writing draws connections to British politics, while exhibition reviews showcase multiple artists from London, Dublin, Prague, Newcastle, Eastbourne, New York, and Brisbane. Book critiques feature works by Michalis Pichler, Ai Weiwei, Helen Jungyeon Ku, and J.K. Huysmans.

Key facts

  • ArtReview's April 2019 issue includes an interview with Andrea Fraser on art and power post-Trump
  • Marina Warner and T.J. Clark discuss art's role as they publish new books
  • Oliver Basciano questions the display of war photography in London galleries
  • MK Gallery's redesign aims to make it a destination, featuring interviews with its architect and director
  • Jeppe Ugelvig examines Tishan Hsu's 1980s work reimagining the body for the digital age
  • Martin Herbert recommends spring exhibitions in cities including Setouchi, Paris, Malmö, and New York
  • Yuji Agematsu talks to Ross Simonini about recording environments and Milford Graves
  • An archival review of G.M. Butcher's 1961 text finds parallels to current British politics
  • Exhibition reviews cover shows in London, Dublin, Prague, New York, Brisbane, and other locations
  • Book reviews include works on Ai Weiwei, publishing manifestos, and modern art

Entities

Artists

  • Andrea Fraser
  • Marina Warner
  • T.J. Clark
  • Oliver Basciano
  • Tishan Hsu
  • Martin Herbert
  • Yuji Agematsu
  • Milford Graves
  • G.M. Butcher
  • Tracey Emin
  • Jessie Homer French
  • Arthur Jafa
  • Nicolas Deshayes
  • Anne Imhof
  • Carey Young
  • Anthea Hamilton
  • Rasmus Nilausen
  • Jeffrey Gibson
  • Sarah Charlesworth
  • Ai Weiwei
  • Im Heung-soon
  • J.K. Huysmans
  • J.J. Charlesworth
  • Mark Rappolt
  • Jeppe Ugelvig
  • Ross Simonini
  • Fi Churchman
  • Max Feldman
  • Louise Darblay
  • Alex Quicho
  • Ben Eastham
  • Megan Liberty
  • Adeline Chia
  • Michalis Pichler
  • Stephanie H. Tung
  • John Tancock
  • Helen Jungyeon Ku

Institutions

  • ArtReview
  • MK Gallery
  • White Cube Bermondsey
  • Mother's Tankstation
  • Galerie Rudolfinum
  • Modern Art
  • Tate Modern
  • Tyneside Cinema
  • Towner Art Gallery
  • Thomas Dane
  • Team Gallery
  • New Museum
  • Paula Cooper Gallery
  • Queensland Art Gallery
  • Gallery of Modern Art

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom
  • Setouchi
  • Japan
  • Paris
  • France
  • Malmö
  • Sweden
  • New York
  • United States
  • Humlebaek
  • Denmark
  • Luxembourg
  • Hove
  • San Gimignano
  • Italy
  • Berlin
  • Germany
  • Dublin
  • Ireland
  • Prague
  • Czech Republic
  • Newcastle upon Tyne
  • Eastbourne
  • Brisbane
  • Australia

Sources