Edward Hopper: A-Z - Melancholy and Mastery of American Realism - english edition
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| Verlag | Hatje Cantz Verlag |
| Auflage | 2020 |
| Seiten | 120 |
| Format | 13,8 x 20,3 x 1,8 cm |
| Gewicht | 297 g |
| Artikeltyp | Englisches Buch |
| Reihe | A - Z Reihe / A to Z Series 1 |
| ISBN-10 | 3775746560 |
| EAN | 9783775746564 |
| Bestell-Nr | 77574656A |
-A new look at Edward Hopper -One of the most famous American painters -Depicting landscape
-A new look at Edward Hopper -One of the most famous American painters -Depicting landscape
Edward Hopper: The artist of light, solitude, and the American landscape
Few painters have captured the essence of modern life as powerfully as Edward Hopper. His works are imbued with a sense of stillness and melancholy, reflecting both the beauty and loneliness of 20th-century America. But what shaped this master of quiet realism? Which places, influences, and ideas inspired Hopper to create his iconic paintings?
In this volume of the Hatje Cantz A-Z series, Ulf Küster explores the artist's life and work through a unique and engaging format. From "American Landscape" to "Buick,"Gas Station" to "Shadow," and finally "Zero," Küster leads readers on a journey through the themes, inspirations, and biographical moments that define Hopper's art. Compact, brilliantly written, and highly accessible, this book opens new doors to understanding Hopper's timeless paintings and the silent stories they tell.
Edward Hopper anew: Fresh insights into the life and wor k of one of America's most iconic artists.Themes and places: Discover the influences that shaped Hopper's vision of light and solitude.Engaging and compact: A beautifully written introduction to Hopper's unique artistry
Compact and inspiring art history
The Hatje Cantz A-Z series presents the great artists of art history in a compact and engaging format. Each volume offers biographical insights, surprising details, and fascinating perspectives on their work. With its clear structure and handy format, the series is the perfect companion for art enthusiasts, collectors, and curious minds alike.
EDWARD HOPPER (1882-1967) is the master of American Realism. His paintings captured life during his era. His method of painting rapidly became the stylistic foundation of a type of American modernism. A source of inspiration for countless painters, photographers, and filmmakers, his body of work continues to be influential to this very day.
The art theoreticia n and curator ULF KÜSTER (_1966, Stuttgart) has worked at the Fondation Beyeler in Riehen since 2004. He produces many internationally respected exhibitions and publications. Hatje Cantz has published a number of these, including his essay on Louise Bourgeois in the series Reading Art.
