Description
Discover the beauty of plant life through the eyes of Lucian Freud in the stunning collection 'Lucian Freud Herbarium'. This meticulously crafted hardback book, measuring 250 x 305 mm and featuring 176 pages, showcases seventy-five extraordinary works, including 'Two Plants', 'Bananas', and 'Cyclamen', that reveal Freud's unique approach to botanical art. With each page, readers are invited to explore the intricate details, earthy palettes, and raw textures that define Freud's paintings and drawings of flora. This elegant volume not only celebrates Freud's renowned portraits but also introduces his lesser-known yet equally compelling representations of nature. Accompanied by insightful essays and comparative illustrations, 'Lucian Freud Herbarium' is the perfect addition for art enthusiasts and botanists alike. This book serves as both a brilliant monograph and a rich resource for understanding the evolution of plant life in art. Enjoy seamless delivery with Smartfox, a NZ-owned business based in Auckland, providing combined shipping options. With this collection in stock locally, you can shop confidently without the hassle of unexpected import charges or customs duty.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 250 x 305 mm
Pages: 176
Bind: hardback
Author: Giovanni Aldi Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Publication Date: 07-10-2019
As intimate and meticulous as his revered portraits, Lucian Freud’s magnificent paintings and drawings of plant life are gathered for the first time in book form. Lucian Freud’s portraits are known for their spectacular detail and unflinching gaze. Although Freud brought the same qualities to his paintings and drawings of plants, flowers, and landscapes, these are largely unknown. This elegant book shows how working with plants emboldened Freud to experiment with style and composition. Reproduced in sumptuous plates that allow readers to indulge in exquisite detail, seventy-five works—including Two Plants, Bananas, Cyclamen, The Painter’s Garden, and Interior at Paddington—reveal Freud’s singular approach to plant life. Readers unfamiliar with this aspect of Freud’s work will find many similarities to his portraits—earthy palettes, unconventional rawness, and assiduous attention to detail. From the delicate realism of the cyclamens’ petals to the bold brushstrokes that immortalize his overgrown garden, readers will appreciate Freud’s ability to portray plants in new and personal ways. Comparative illustrations from throughout art history accompany essays on the history of plants in art and an appreciation of Freud’s oeuvre. This monograph is a tremendous contribution to Freud’s legacy, one that will enrich his admirers’ discernment while also introducing his thoroughly original depictions of plants to a new audience.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 250 x 305 mm
Pages: 176
Bind: hardback
Author: Giovanni Aldi Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Publication Date: 07-10-2019
As intimate and meticulous as his revered portraits, Lucian Freud’s magnificent paintings and drawings of plant life are gathered for the first time in book form. Lucian Freud’s portraits are known for their spectacular detail and unflinching gaze. Although Freud brought the same qualities to his paintings and drawings of plants, flowers, and landscapes, these are largely unknown. This elegant book shows how working with plants emboldened Freud to experiment with style and composition. Reproduced in sumptuous plates that allow readers to indulge in exquisite detail, seventy-five works—including Two Plants, Bananas, Cyclamen, The Painter’s Garden, and Interior at Paddington—reveal Freud’s singular approach to plant life. Readers unfamiliar with this aspect of Freud’s work will find many similarities to his portraits—earthy palettes, unconventional rawness, and assiduous attention to detail. From the delicate realism of the cyclamens’ petals to the bold brushstrokes that immortalize his overgrown garden, readers will appreciate Freud’s ability to portray plants in new and personal ways. Comparative illustrations from throughout art history accompany essays on the history of plants in art and an appreciation of Freud’s oeuvre. This monograph is a tremendous contribution to Freud’s legacy, one that will enrich his admirers’ discernment while also introducing his thoroughly original depictions of plants to a new audience.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.