Art Deco is the decorative, distinctly aesthetic style of the years between 1920 and 1940. The movement embraced all areas of lifestyle and art. Art Deco was a commitment to modern technology, industrial design, and functionalization. With over 500 illustrations, this volume showcases the complexity of the Art Deco style and its manifestations in architecture, fashion, advertising, everyday objects, transport, and other areas of life.
This richly illustrated volume explores the development of Art Nouveau in three dynamic cities—Glasgow, Amsterdam, and New York—during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It highlights how this international artistic movement, characterized by organic lines, floral motifs, and innovative use of materials like iron, glass, and concrete, took on unique forms in each city. The book examines the distinctive architectural and decorative styles that emerged, reflecting local cu...
Jugendstil, elegante Ornamentik und sinnliche Frauen. Kaum ein anderer Künstler erwies sich in diesem Stil als ein größerer Virtuose als Alphonse Mucha. Entdecken Sie nicht nur die schönsten Plakate des tschechischen Künstlers, sondern auch viele weniger bekannte Werke, darunter Ölgemälde, Möbel, Innenarchitektur und Wandmalereien.Art Nouveau, elegant ornamentation and sensual women. Hardly any other artist proved a greater virtuoso in this style than Alphonse Mucha. Discover...
His Great Wave off Kanagawa is the most famous work in East Asian art. Hokusai, a self-confessed eccentric obsessed with art, created with his pictures of the floating world, a veritable encyclopedia of Japanese daily life and thus became a major source for Europeans seeking to understand the art and culture of Japan.Seine Große Welle vor Kanagawa ist das berühmteste Werk der ostasiatischen Kunst. Hokusai, ein bekennender, kunstbesessener Exzentriker, schuf mit seinen Bildern...
Piet Mondrian (1872–1944) was a Dutch painter and a central figure in the development of abstract art in the early 20th century. As a key member of the De Stijl movement, he sought to convey universal harmony and order through a visual language of geometric abstraction. His signature compositions, defined by grids of black lines and blocks of primary colors, revolutionized artistic expression by emphasizing pure form and balance.This volume offers a carefully curated selectio...
Step into the fantastical and enigmatic world of Hieronymus Bosch (c. 1450–1516), the Dutch painter renowned for his surreal and symbolic imagery. Bosch's intricate works, filled with allegorical figures and dreamlike landscapes, offer a window into the medieval psyche and its complex views on morality and human nature.This beautifully produced volume presents a curated selection of Bosch's most compelling paintings, accompanied by insightful commentary that explores the them...
Hiroshige ist einer der wichtigsten Künstler des japanischen Holzschnitts und gilt als Meister des "Ukiyo-e", der "Bilder der schwebenden Welt". Seine stimmungsvollen Illustrationen zeigen vor allem Landschaften und Szenen aus der Hauptstadt Edo, dem heutigen Tokio. Etwa 200 Bilder lassen den Betrachter in die Welt des Japan des neunzehnten Jahrhunderts eintauchen.Hiroshige is one of the most important artists of the Japanese woodblock print and is considered a master of “uki...
This beautifully illustrated book offers an inspiring journey through the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s vast and diverse collection. Spanning thousands of years and cultures from around the world, it showcases masterpieces of painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and ancient artifacts. The volume provides insightful commentary on key works and highlights the museum’s role as a guardian of artistic heritage and a beacon for art lovers everywhere. Perfect for both casual readers...
Antoni Gaudí's architecture is unique and has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Impressive forms, rich colors, and ingenious structural solutions create syntheses of natural inspiration and technical innovation, of styles both historic and contemporary, and of Gaudí's own original genius.
Discover the treasures of the Musée d'Orsay in this richly illustrated volume. Housed in a former railway station, the museum boasts an exceptional collection of 19th- and early 20th-century art, featuring masterpieces by artists such as Monet, Degas, Van Gogh, and Rodin. The book delves into the museum's history, its architectural transformation, and the cultural significance of its holdings, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of this iconic institution....
The origin of Renaissance painting lies in Italy. With the return to antiquity, a world view was revived that enabled man to determine his own existence. In painting, new picture themes developed as well as a new way of representation oriented towards reality. This naturalism, for its part, was significantly influenced by Dutch painting from around 1450. With the transition from the 15th to the 16th century, Rome followed Florence as the centre of the Renaissance. Shortly the...
With over 450 works, this volume deals with the most important trends and groups in French painting from the middle of the 19th century to the first years of the 20th century: naturalism, realism, impressionism, postimpressionism, symbolism or the Nabis. This is development is illustrated in the most beautiful paintings by Corot, Monet, Degas, Gauguin, Toulouse-Lautrec, Cézanne, Bonnard and many other painters.
This detailed volume chronicles the development of Spanish painting from the late Baroque period through the 19th and early 20th centuries. Featuring rich illustrations and in-depth analysis, it explores the diverse artistic movements that shaped Spain’s visual culture, including Romanticism, Realism, and Modernism. The book highlights the works of influential painters and the evolving themes that reflected Spain’s social, political, and cultural changes during this period. A...
This comprehensive volume explores the rich history of Spanish painting from the early medieval period through the Renaissance and into the Baroque era. Featuring stunning reproductions of key works, the book traces the evolution of styles, themes, and techniques that defined Spanish art over these centuries. It highlights the cultural and religious influences that shaped the artists’ visions and celebrates the masterpieces of legendary painters who contributed to Spain’s art...
Between 1890 and the beginning of the First World War, a new international style developed in architecture and design.Following the example of the English Arts and Crafts movement, the representatives of Art Nouveau turned against the eclectic excesses of historicism and opposed them with organic forms, plant ornamentation and functional constructions. This volume shows the highlights of Art Nouveau in Germany, Austria, Bohemia, Hungary, Italy and Switzerland....
Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) stands as one of the most influential figures in Western art history. Despite facing personal struggles and limited recognition during his lifetime, his innovative use of color, emotive brushwork, and bold compositions have left an indelible mark on the art world.This volume offers a curated selection of Van Gogh's most significant works, providing insights into his artistic evolution and the cultural context of his time. Through detailed analyses...
Rembrandt van Rijn (1606–1669) was one of the most influential artists of the Dutch Golden Age, renowned for his extraordinary ability to capture the human spirit with emotional depth and dramatic use of light and shadow. His work spans portraiture, biblical scenes, and everyday life, revealing a profound under This expertly curated volume presents a selection of Rembrandt’s most important works, offering insight into his artistic evolution and the historical context in whic...
Immerse yourself in the luminous world of Claude Monet (1840–1926), the French painter whose innovative approach laid the foundation for Impressionism. Monet's focus on capturing the transient effects of light and atmosphere revolutionized landscape painting and continues to inspire artists today. This beautifully illustrated volume presents a selection of Monet's most celebrated works, including his serene water lilies and vibrant garden scenes. Through insightful commentar...
Ermitaż jedno z największych i najważniejszych muzeów świata. Ogromne zbiory gromadzone przez stulecia i wspaniała architektura budynków, w których sztuka jest prezentowana sprawiają, że muzeum w Sankt Petersburgu co roku odwiedza ponad 4 miliony turystów.
Na ponad 300 stronach znalazły się perły europejskiego malarstwa zgromadzone w tej kolekcji.
Tina Haase bada cechy i właściwości obiektów, przestrzeni i miejsc. Podążając za fizycznymi, optycznymi lub socjologicznymi kontekstami, tworzy obiekty, instalacje, performance i filmy krótkometrażowe.
Od 2004 r. wykłada jako profesor projektowania na Wydziale Wzornictwa Uniwersytetu Nauk Stosowanych w Niederrhein, od 2007 r. jest profesorem projektowania wizualnego na Wydziale Architektury.
Thomas Gainsborough to jeden z najwybitniejszych angielskich portrecistów i pejzażystów XVIII wieku. Jego oparty na emocjach styl – choć był przedmiotem krytyki innego wielkiego portrecisty owych czasów, sir Joshuy Reynoldsa – zapewnił mu szczególne miejsce w świecie sztuki zdominowanej wówczas przez akademizm i szczere uznanie wśród angielskich odbiorców.
