Item Number: 118699 Title: Women : Pablo Picasso, Max Beckmann, Willem de Kooning Author: Bronfen, Elisabeth (et al) Price: Not Available ISBN: 9783775732673 Description: Stuttgart: Hatje Cantz, 2012. 30cm., hardcover, 348pp., 169 illus., 154 in color. English text. Exhibition held at Pinakothek der Moderne, Munich. Publisher's summary : Regardless of the clichés associated with Pablo Picasso (1881–1973), Max Beckmann (1884–1950), and Willem de Kooning (1904–1997) in the “public” private sphere, their exploration of the theme “woman” go far beyond one-sided definitions. Their portrayals of women are highly nuanced; they have a significance of their own and time and again become sensitive reflections of social and political problems and upheavals. They are not simply surfaces upon which are projected male longings and desires, but catalysts for a confrontation with the artist’s own life and history (Picasso), while in Beckmann’s work they are completely free, independent counter-images. De Kooning sees them as a separate force within which culminate opportunities for artistic expression. Contributions by art historians, authors, sociologists, and artists approach the theme from a variety of perspectives. We regret to inform you that this title is no longer available. P.O. Box 3904, Kingston, New York 12402 US Phone: 845-331-8519 Fax: 845-331-0852 Email: michael@artbooks.com |
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