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From Vanessa Bell's Studland Beach, one of the first modernist paintings in Britain, to Paul Nash's work bearing the scars of his experience in the trenches and Martin Parr's photographs of seaside resorts in the 1980s that tackle ideas of class and deprivation, Looking to Sea embraces ideas from modernism and the sublime, the impact of the world wars and colonialism, to issues crucial to our world today like the environment and nationhood. Looking to Sea is an astonishingly perceptive portrait of the twentieth century.

An anthology of essays and reviews by the eminent art historian and writer, Edward Lucie-Smith. The articles cover a broad span, from the Italian Renaissance of Giotto and Antonello da Messina, Leonardo, and Michelangelo, progressing to Rubens, Velázquez, and Ingres, with essays on William Hogarth, John Constable, and John Everett Millais for British art. With the experience of his landmark publications on modern art, which remain in print, the author sweeps the listener on a fabulous journey of perception.

Padre del cubismo, insieme a Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso è stato uno dei protagonisti indiscussi della storia del Novecento. Con le sue sperimentazioni sulla scomposizione e rappresentazione della realtà da molteplici punti di vista, ha rivoluzionato l’arte moderna, ispirando le avanguardie d’inizio secolo. Militante comunista ed eroe pacifista, denunciò le atrocità del fascismo e la follia della guerra in quello che è universalmente riconosciuto come il suo struggente capolavoro: Guernica. Vizi Editore presenta la vita dei grandi artisti, raccontata con musiche e suoni.

Was hat Dalí vom Camembert gelernt? Lustig, leidenschaftlich, lehrreich – ein Blick hinter die Kulissen, der Kunstnerds wie Kunstbanausen gleichermaßen begeistert. Einer der bekanntesten Surrealisten ließ sich bei seinen fließenden Uhren von französischem Weichkäse inspirieren, der Schöpfer des ›Schrei‹, Edvard Munch, verteilte auf den meisten seiner Werke Vogelscheiße, Martin Kippenberger hat in den 1980er-Jahren ein Bild von Gerhard Richter als Tischplatte in seiner eigenen Skulptur verarbeitet.

Art is a distinct entity. It has its own characteristic, its own function, its own role to play in society. It must be afforded the status and identity it rightly deserves in a world that is becoming ever more needful of its existence. “Art”, however, has increasingly become a catch-all term. Intended primarily for artists of all colours and flavours, as well as art appreciators, this audiobook aims to free up the thinking of the artist – or indeed anyone – by opening their eyes to many unexamined assumptions, and thereby questioning the validity of strongly-held views.

Rodrigo Alvarez conta a história do Cristo Redentor, o monumento mais conhecido do Brasil, que completa 90 anos em 2021. Em Redentor, o jornalista Rodrigo Alvarez, autor dos best-sellers Aparecida e Maria, traz uma deliciosa narrativa baseada em pesquisa inédita sobre a história do famoso Cristo que está de “braços abertos sobre a Guanabara” e que foi escolhido como uma das 7 maravilhas do mundo moderno.

Ascolta e scopri il capolavoro della più famosa pittrice messicana! Nel mondo dell'arte, Frida Kahlo è una delle donne più famose, insieme a pochi altri nomi noti come Tamara de Lempicka, Artemisia Gentileschi ed Elisabetta Sirani. Simbolo per eccellenza del suo Paese, il Messico, e della condizione sociale della donna nella metà del secolo scorso, Kahlo visse una vita breve ma molto intensa, tra incredibili sofferenze fisiche, un matrimonio con Diego Rivera che le portò tante gioie quanti dolori e una carriera altalenante.

"Le Muse inquietanti" è uno dei più noti e importanti lavori di Giorgio De Chirico, pittore metafisico che operò agli inizi del Novecento, famoso per le sue vaste piazze deserte dai colori accesi e per i misteriosi manichini che le abitano. De Chirico è, insieme a Carlo Carrà, il fondatore del "genere" metafisico, che indica una pittura di evocazione letteraria e di suggestione figurativa, un trattamento magico e scenografico che fu il prototipo per il surrealismo francese di qualche anno più tardi.

Margaret Collyer's beautifully written autobiography describes her life as an artist and pioneer farmer in Kenya during the first half of the 20th century.

Designing Terry Pratchett’s Discworld explores the artistic influences behind the creative genesis of the Discworld and its art. Paul Kidby shines a light on the influences and inspirations behind some of the Discworld’s most iconic imagery, the collaboration between author and artist, and shows how real-world art, music, and culture fed into and became part of the world of this beloved, internationally bestselling series.

Игорь Викторович Долгополов (1917–1991) — заслуженный деятель искусств РСФСР, искусствовед, писатель, просветитель, главный художник самого популярного в советское время журнала «Огонек». Ученик А. Дейнеки, он был личностью поистине масштаба Джорджо Вазари, человеком, всю жизнь создававшим единый образ мирового искусства. Его очерки о великих творцах, собранные позже в книги «Мастера и шедевры», при жизни автора печатались огромными тиражами.

Poor Artists follows aspiring artist Quest Talukdar as she embarks on a surreal journey into the creative industry, where she must decide whether she cares more about success or staying true to herself. Featuring dialogue from anonymous interviews with real people who have all had to ask themselves the same question – including a Turner Prize winner or two, a recluse, a Venice Biennale fraudster, a communist messiah, a ghost, and a literal knight – The White Pube tell the story of art like never before.

Tolstoy'un estetik ve sanata dair bu incelemesi ufkunuzu genişletecek, sanatı irdelemenize sebep olacak. Sanat nedir, sanat ne işe yarar, sanatın niteliği ve niceliği ne olmalıdır sorularıyla kapsamlı bir bilgiye ulaşabilen bu eserle kadim sorularınıza bir parantez açacaksınız. 1898 yılında sansürsüz olarak yayınlanan ilk baskısı baz alınarak çevrilen eserde cesur yorumlarla sanat yolculuğuna çıkacaksınız.

Die beiden Freunde Gilbert und Ernst diskutieren darüber, in wieweit Kritik an Kunst eine eigene Kunstform abbildet und größere intellektuelle und künstlerische Fähigkeiten voraussetzt als das Erschaffen eines Kunstwerks. Dabei entfaltet sich ein Regenbogen formaler und ästhetischer Gesichtspunkte von Kunst und ihr Dialog spannt einen eleganten Bogen zum facettenreichen Kern des Themas.

Are you a fan of the grunge music era? Do you remember the rise of Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and Soundgarden? From Grunge to Globalization takes you on a journey through the 1990s and explores the cultural impact of the grunge music scene. In this eBook, learn about the roots of grunge music and how it gained popularity. Discover the message behind the iconic figure, Kurt Cobain, and the success vs. counterculture identity of Pearl Jam. Travel through the Seattle scene and explore the alternative nation through festival culture and Lollapalooza. In addition to the music, the book also explores ...

Step into an artistic journey that spans across time and cultures with the enthralling eBook, Shaping Humanity. Immerse yourself in the rich history of human representation in art and discover how our perceptions of the human form have evolved throughout the ages. This captivating eBook delves into the fascinating world of art, blending every form of artistic expression to reveal how the human figure has been interpreted and celebrated across the globe. In Shaping Humanity, you will explore the ancient world's early attempts at depicting the human form and how Egyptian art stylized and ...

Discover a world of intricate beauty, a realm where art converges with history, culture, and a touch of magic. "Tiny Treasures" is your passport to the enchanting universe of miniature painting, a phenomenon that has captivated enthusiasts and collectors for centuries. Navigate through the delicate interplay of brush strokes and colors on canvases that defy the constraints of size, revealing the limitless potential of human creativity. Embark on this mesmerizing literary odyssey that unveils the rich tapestry of the miniature art form - from its storied origins to the dynamic contemporary ...

**fleur-de-lis Discover "Threaded Horizons," Your Gateway to the Mesmerizing World of Modern Embroidery fleur-de-lis** Embark on a fascinating exploration of embroidery as "Threaded Horizons" guides you through the threads of time, from its historical roots to its vibrant resurgence in today's digital era. This captivating eBook is your comprehensive compendium, unraveling the rich tapestry of embroidery's past, present, and future. Prepare to be enthralled by **The Resurgence of Embroidery**, where you will delve into the craft's cultural renaissance and the ripples it has caused in the ...

Step into "Weaving the Future," a revolutionary eBook that invites you on an odyssey through the fusion of art, technology, and cultural expression. This transformative journey will shift your perspective on how art forms from the past embolden modern innovation and cultural sustainability. Embark on an exploration of our artistic heritage and how it intertwines with technological evolution in Chapter 1. Witness the profound transformation of mediums, from the tactile to the digital, and be amazed by how the resurgence of artisanal techniques meld with the digital age in Chapter 2. As you ...

Embark on a transformative journey with "The Alchemy of Air and Fire," the ultimate chronicle of the profound world of glass blowing. From the ancient craft's whispered origins to the dazzling technological frontiers, this compelling eBook unravels the enigmatic connection between art and science, creativity and sustainability, history and the fast-paced digital future. Dive into the fascinating evolution of glass art, where the whirlwind of history meets the meticulous advancements of modern techniques. "The Alchemy of Air and Fire" is your invitation into an exclusive realm where molten ...