Modern Art Hardcover by Gabriele Crepaldi 2007 Collectors Edition -image
Modern Art Hardcover by Gabriele Crepaldi 2007 Collectors Edition -image
Modern Art Hardcover by Gabriele Crepaldi 2007 Collectors Edition -image

Modern Art Hardcover by Gabriele Crepaldi 2007 Collectors Edition

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brand: HarperCollins Topic: History / Modern (Late 19th Century to 1945), History / General gtin13: 9780061363122 Language: English Intended Audience: Trade Book Title: Modern Art Genre: Art Author: Gabriele Crepaldi Item Width: 11.9 in Item Weight: 110.2 Oz Illustrator: Yes Synopsis: From Kandinsky and Picasso to Dal and Hopper, this oversized volume is a gorgeous showcase of the most influential and iconic modern art from the first half of the 20th century. Full color., While every century has had artists who rebelled, refusing to go along with traditional teaching, what happened during the early years of the 20th century was something far more serious--a rebellion of artists so vast and radical that it called into question the basic principles that until then had determined how art was made and used. Today's art historians refer to those years as the age of the avant-gardes, and in truth, nothing in the world of art has been the same since. All the major artist of the period are covered, from Picasso to Hopper, Klee and Klimt to Kandinsky, Matisse, and Dalí, John Ford to Fritz Lang. The artists, historical events, and masterpieces interweave in a story that leads to the threshold of World War II, when once again the horizons of art were overturned. Filled cover to cover with lush color images, Modern Art is an important document of the first half of 20th-century art. Each chapter is composed of an introductory text followed by a wealth of beautiful images of the most important works with in-depth descriptions. The book also includes biographies of all the painters cited, an essential tool for understanding the great artistic personalities of the age of avant-gardes. This book is a must-have for all art enthusiasts., While every century has had artists who rebelled, refusing to go along with traditional teaching, what happened during the early years of the 20th century was something far more serious--a rebellion of artists so vast and radical that it called into question the basic principles that until then had determined how art was made and used. Today's art historians refer to those years as the age of the avant-gardes, and in truth, nothing in the world of art has been the same since. All the major artist of the period are covered, from Picasso to Hopper, Klee and Klimt to Kandinsky, Matisse, and Dali, John Ford to Fritz Lang. The artists, historical events, and masterpieces interweave in a story that leads to the threshold of World War II, when once again the horizons of art were overturned. Filled cover to cover with lush color images, Modern Art is an important document of the first half of 20th-century art. Each chapter is composed of an introductory text followed by a wealth of beautiful images of the most important works with in-depth descriptions. The book also includes biographies of all the painters cited, an essential tool for understanding the great artistic personalities of the age of avant-gardes. This book is a must-have for all art enthusiasts. Item Height: 1.4 in ISBN-13: 9780061363122 ISBN-10: 006136312X Format: Hardcover Number of Pages: 400 Pages Item Length: 12.5 in Publisher: HarperCollins Publication Year: 2007

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  1. This stunning hardcover is a vibrant dive into modern art, packed with insightful commentary and breathtaking visuals. Gabriele Crepaldi’s expertise shines through, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. The high-quality prints and sleek design make it a must-have for art lovers—it’s both a gorgeous coffee-table piece and an enriching read. Highly recommend for anyone passionate about contemporary creativity!

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