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Henri Matisse
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Explore the genius of Henri Matisse with this insightful guide by Alastair Sooke, showcasing one of the 20th century's most beloved artists. "Henri Matisse" dives deep into the profound evolution of Matisse's art, especially his revolutionary cut-out technique. Discover how a health crisis led this visionary painter to create his vibrant, playful artworks that resonate with energy, color, and life. This essential biography illuminates the last decade of Matisse's career, where he transformed his limitations into a breathtaking new form of expression. Readers will be captivated by Matisse's dazzling dancers, whimsical tightrope walkers, and dynamic figures crafted from nothing but colored paper and scissors. Perfect for art enthusiasts and students alike, this A-format paperback edition is printed by Penguin UK and spans 128 pages of rich insights and compelling illustrations. Alastair Sooke's engaging narrative ensures you appreciate Matisse not just as an artist but as a storyteller innovating in the face of adversity. Ideal for adding depth to your art collection or as a thoughtful gift, this book is a must-have for anyone looking to understand the vibrant spirit of Henri Matisse. Don't miss out on FREE shipping for a limited time at Smartfox NZ!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241969083
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 128
Description:
Henri Matisse by Alastair Sooke - an essential guide to one of the 20th century's greatest artists
'One January morning in 1941, only a fortnight or so after his seventy-first birthday, the bearded and bespectacled French artist Henri Matisse was lying in a hospital bed preparing to die.'
Diagnosed with cancer, the acclaimed painter, and rival of Picasso, seemed to be facing his demise. Then something unexpected happened. After a life-saving operation that left him too weak to paint, and often too frail to even get out of bed, Matisse invented a ground-breaking and effortless new way of making art. The results rank among his greatest work.
In an astonishing blaze of creativity, he began conjuring mesmerising designs of dazzling dancers and thrilling tightrope walkers, sensuous swimmers and mythical figures falling from the heavens. His joyful and unprecedented new works were as spontaneous as jazz music and as wondrous as crystal-clear lagoons. Their medium? Coloured paper and scissors.
This book, by art critic and broadcaster Alastair Sooke, focuses on Matisse's extraordinary final decade, which he called 'a second life', after he had returned from the grave. Both a biography and a guide to Matisse's 'cut-outs', it tells the story of the valedictory flourish of one of the most important and beloved artists of the twentieth century.
Published in time for a major Tate Modern retrospective.
'Sooke is an immensely engaging character. He has none of the weighty self-regard that often afflicts art experts and critics; rather he approaches his subjects with a questioning, open, exploratory attitude' Sarah Vine,
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241969083
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 128
Description:
Henri Matisse by Alastair Sooke - an essential guide to one of the 20th century's greatest artists
'One January morning in 1941, only a fortnight or so after his seventy-first birthday, the bearded and bespectacled French artist Henri Matisse was lying in a hospital bed preparing to die.'
Diagnosed with cancer, the acclaimed painter, and rival of Picasso, seemed to be facing his demise. Then something unexpected happened. After a life-saving operation that left him too weak to paint, and often too frail to even get out of bed, Matisse invented a ground-breaking and effortless new way of making art. The results rank among his greatest work.
In an astonishing blaze of creativity, he began conjuring mesmerising designs of dazzling dancers and thrilling tightrope walkers, sensuous swimmers and mythical figures falling from the heavens. His joyful and unprecedented new works were as spontaneous as jazz music and as wondrous as crystal-clear lagoons. Their medium? Coloured paper and scissors.
This book, by art critic and broadcaster Alastair Sooke, focuses on Matisse's extraordinary final decade, which he called 'a second life', after he had returned from the grave. Both a biography and a guide to Matisse's 'cut-outs', it tells the story of the valedictory flourish of one of the most important and beloved artists of the twentieth century.
Published in time for a major Tate Modern retrospective.
'Sooke is an immensely engaging character. He has none of the weighty self-regard that often afflicts art experts and critics; rather he approaches his subjects with a questioning, open, exploratory attitude' Sarah Vine,
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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