Gauguin: Colour Library
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Book Overview
Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) was one of the most formidable artists of the late nineteenth century, and one whose work was to have a profound influence on the development of art in the twentieth century. He began as an Impressionist, but went on to develop a more two-dimensional, richly-coloured style in his constant search for a 'lost paradise' untouched by nineteenth-century civilization. Gauguin's romantic and tragic life story is mirrored in the works in this outstanding anthology. Included are 48 full-page colour plates, not only of his best known, beautiful, atmospheric paintings of Tahiti in which Gauguin attempted to reconstruct the perfect life which he had failed to find in reality, but also of many powerful works which reflect the artist's contact with other early modern masters - Degas, Van Gogh, C?zanne. Art historian Lesley Stevenson has written an informative, clear commentary to accompany each colour plate.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0714826839
ISBN13:9780714826837
Release Date:August 1998
Publisher:Phaidon Press
Length:128 Pages
Weight:0.05 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 8.9" x 11.9"
Age Range:13 years and up
Grade Range:Grade 8 to Postsecondary
Customer Reviews
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Informative--great for students
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Well, I won't waste your time. The bottom line-- is this book is worth buying. Its got great insight on many of Gauguin's paintings, and even discusses his background and influences. A must for any art student, or art buff. Your money will not be wasted! For ten bucks, you'll be buying a book you'll use time and time again. Good luck, and happy book buying!
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