Art & Healing At Mayo Clinic

Autor*innen

• Daniel Hall-Flavin
• Johanna Rian
• Matthew D. Dacy

Parameter

• Medizin & Gesundheit

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At Mayo Clinic, art and medicine are intertwined, as evidenced by this curated collection of over one hundred striking photographs. This art book reveals how the world’s leading hospital employs art as a holistic healing method and integral part of patient care. Beyond state-of-the-art facilities and renowned doctors, the artwork within Mayo Clinic has been appreciated for over a century, serving not merely as decoration but as a healing force. The carefully selected pieces create an inclusive "environment of healing," uplifting the spirits of patients, visitors, and employees alike. Organized by media, the book showcases a diverse array of artwork, including ceramics, paintings, glass, textiles, photographs, and mixed media, featuring renowned artists such as Dale Chihuly, Auguste Rodin, Alexander Calder, Paul Granlund, Joan Miró, and Andy Warhol. It narrates the fascinating story of how the hospital acquired these masterpieces and explores their impact on the healing process. While art enthusiasts will find joy in the collection, it is accessible to all, illustrating how the #1 hospital in the world merges art therapy with traditional healing methods to enhance patient care. This collection stands as visual proof of the profound healing found at the intersection of art and medicine.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2021
• Einband: Paperback