A Concise History Of Modern Painting - Tapa blanda

Sinopsis

A Concise History of Modern Painting is a book written by Herbert Read that provides a comprehensive overview of the development of modern painting from the 19th century to the mid-20th century. The book is divided into six chapters, each focusing on a different period in the history of modern art.In the first chapter, Read explores the rise of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, highlighting the works of artists such as Monet, Renoir, and Van Gogh. The second chapter focuses on the emergence of Fauvism and Expressionism, featuring artists such as Matisse, Derain, and Kirchner.The third chapter delves into the development of Cubism, highlighting the works of Picasso and Braque, while the fourth chapter explores the rise of Futurism and the birth of abstract art, featuring artists such as Malevich and Kandinsky.In the fifth chapter, Read discusses the impact of Surrealism and the rise of figurative painting, featuring artists such as Dali, Magritte, and Bacon. The final chapter explores the emergence of Abstract Expressionism and the rise of American painting, featuring artists such as Pollock and Rothko.Throughout the book, Read provides insightful commentary on the social, political, and cultural contexts that shaped the development of modern painting. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of modern art and the evolution of painting as an art form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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