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Discover the captivating world of Eileen Agar through this definitive monograph, an essential addition for any art enthusiast or collector. Born in Buenos Aires in 1899, Agar's artistic journey blossomed in Paris, where she synthesized the revolutionary movements of Cubism and Surrealism. This well-researched book showcases her complete works, including stunning paintings, innovative collages, poignant photographs, and intriguing objects. With contributions from Michel Remy, the monograph delves into Agar's life, demonstrating her enduring impact on art history. As interest in Surrealism gains momentum, this book highlights Agar's engagement in avant-garde activities, her unique aesthetics, and her role as a pioneering woman artist. Featuring an array of rare images and insightful interpretations, the book reveals the deep myth-making that accompanies her art. Explore themes of femininity, nature, humor, and reality's subversion that resonate throughout her works. This engaging account not only honors Agar's legacy but also challenges the notion that women have been sidelined in Surrealism. Perfect for those intrigued by art history, contemporary art, and female artists, this monograph is your window into a vibrant artistic legacy.
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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781780237275
Year: 2017
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
Born in Buenos Aires in 1899, and reborn in Paris in 1928, Eileen Agar was an artist whose work throughout her long career synthesized elements of the two main art movements of the twentieth century: Cubism and Surrealism. This monograph, the first full account of Agar's complete works, including paintings, collages, photographs and objects, comes at a time when there is a major revival of interest in Surrealism in the UK and worldwide. Drawing on personal conversations with the artist as well as original research, Michel Remy examines the life and work of the artist through-out her long career, from her passage through Cubism and abstraction to Surrealism, as well as her dedicated participation in Surreal-ist activities in England and abroad. Each period is illustrated with many striking images, including rare photographs, and supported by penetrating interpretations. The powerful myth-making drive that underlies Agar's output is revealed, as well the tenderness, humour, poetry, love of nature and the world, subversion of the laws of reality, and celebration of femininity that suffuses each of her works.This is a timely, fresh and cogent account of a fascinating woman artist whose quality of work, independence of mind and freedom of imagination refute the assertion that women have not played a major role in the story of Surrealism.
The book will appeal to anyone interested in art history and Surrealism.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781780237275
Year: 2017
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
Born in Buenos Aires in 1899, and reborn in Paris in 1928, Eileen Agar was an artist whose work throughout her long career synthesized elements of the two main art movements of the twentieth century: Cubism and Surrealism. This monograph, the first full account of Agar's complete works, including paintings, collages, photographs and objects, comes at a time when there is a major revival of interest in Surrealism in the UK and worldwide. Drawing on personal conversations with the artist as well as original research, Michel Remy examines the life and work of the artist through-out her long career, from her passage through Cubism and abstraction to Surrealism, as well as her dedicated participation in Surreal-ist activities in England and abroad. Each period is illustrated with many striking images, including rare photographs, and supported by penetrating interpretations. The powerful myth-making drive that underlies Agar's output is revealed, as well the tenderness, humour, poetry, love of nature and the world, subversion of the laws of reality, and celebration of femininity that suffuses each of her works.This is a timely, fresh and cogent account of a fascinating woman artist whose quality of work, independence of mind and freedom of imagination refute the assertion that women have not played a major role in the story of Surrealism.
The book will appeal to anyone interested in art history and Surrealism.