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Explore the enchanting, surreal universe of Edward Gorey with 'Gorey's Worlds', a captivating analysis of the illustrious artist's visionary influences. This brand-new trade binding book, published by Princeton University Press in 2018, unpacks the artistic and cultural forces that molded Gorey's distinctive style. Known for his slightly sinister illustrations and whimsical narratives, Gorey has captivated audiences for decades. From the macabre tales in 'The Gashlycrumb Tinies' to his iconic artwork featured in The New Yorker and PBS’s 'Mystery!', Gorey's work is a testament to his unique visual language.
Gorey's extensive collection—over 26,000 books and eclectic art pieces gifted to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art—shapes the narrative within this rich publication. This art book offers insights into Gorey's influences, showcasing prints by legendary artists like Edvard Munch and Eugene Delacroix, alongside photographs by Eugene Atget and drawings by Balthus. Each piece interconnects with Gorey's art, presenting a visual puzzle that evokes curiosity.
The essays within 'Gorey's Worlds' also delve into his passions, revealing intimate anecdotes about his love for animals and ballet. Whether you're a long-time admirer of Gorey’s work or new to his artistic world, this book promises a profound exploration of his captivating universe. Dive deep into the intriguing and whimsical realms inspired by a true master of illustration.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9780691177045
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2018
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
An exploration of the artistic and cultural influences that shaped writer and illustrator Edward Gorey
The illustrator, designer, and writer Edward Gorey (1925-2000) is beloved for his droll, surreal, and slightly sinister drawings. While he is perhaps best known for his fanciful, macabre books, such as The Doubtful Guest and The Gashlycrumb Tinies, his instantly recognizable imagery can be seen everywhere from the New Yorker to the opening title sequence of the television series Mystery! on PBS. Gorey's Worlds delves into the numerous and surprising cultural and artistic sources that influenced Gorey's unique visual language.
Gorey was an inveterate collector--he called it "accumulating." A variety of objects shaped his artistic mindset, from works of popular culture to the more than twenty-six thousand books he owned and the art pieces in his vast collection. This collection, which Gorey left to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art upon his death, is diverse in style, subject, and media, and includes prints by Eugene Delacroix, Charles Meryon, Edvard Munch, and Odilon Redon; photographs by Eugene Atget; and drawings by Balthus, Pierre Bonnard, Charles Burchfield, Bill Traylor, and Edouard Vuillard. As this book shows, these artistic pieces present a visual riddle, as the connections between them-to each other and to Gorey's works-are significant and enigmatic. The essays in Gorey's Worlds also examine the artist's consuming passions for animals and ballet.
Featuring a sumptuous selection of Gorey's creations alongside his fascinating and diverse collections, Gorey's Worlds reveals the private world that inspired one of the most
Gorey's extensive collection—over 26,000 books and eclectic art pieces gifted to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art—shapes the narrative within this rich publication. This art book offers insights into Gorey's influences, showcasing prints by legendary artists like Edvard Munch and Eugene Delacroix, alongside photographs by Eugene Atget and drawings by Balthus. Each piece interconnects with Gorey's art, presenting a visual puzzle that evokes curiosity.
The essays within 'Gorey's Worlds' also delve into his passions, revealing intimate anecdotes about his love for animals and ballet. Whether you're a long-time admirer of Gorey’s work or new to his artistic world, this book promises a profound exploration of his captivating universe. Dive deep into the intriguing and whimsical realms inspired by a true master of illustration.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9780691177045
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2018
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
An exploration of the artistic and cultural influences that shaped writer and illustrator Edward Gorey
The illustrator, designer, and writer Edward Gorey (1925-2000) is beloved for his droll, surreal, and slightly sinister drawings. While he is perhaps best known for his fanciful, macabre books, such as The Doubtful Guest and The Gashlycrumb Tinies, his instantly recognizable imagery can be seen everywhere from the New Yorker to the opening title sequence of the television series Mystery! on PBS. Gorey's Worlds delves into the numerous and surprising cultural and artistic sources that influenced Gorey's unique visual language.
Gorey was an inveterate collector--he called it "accumulating." A variety of objects shaped his artistic mindset, from works of popular culture to the more than twenty-six thousand books he owned and the art pieces in his vast collection. This collection, which Gorey left to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art upon his death, is diverse in style, subject, and media, and includes prints by Eugene Delacroix, Charles Meryon, Edvard Munch, and Odilon Redon; photographs by Eugene Atget; and drawings by Balthus, Pierre Bonnard, Charles Burchfield, Bill Traylor, and Edouard Vuillard. As this book shows, these artistic pieces present a visual riddle, as the connections between them-to each other and to Gorey's works-are significant and enigmatic. The essays in Gorey's Worlds also examine the artist's consuming passions for animals and ballet.
Featuring a sumptuous selection of Gorey's creations alongside his fascinating and diverse collections, Gorey's Worlds reveals the private world that inspired one of the most