Description
Discover 'The Necessity of Sculpture', a compelling collection of insightful articles curated from Eric Gibson's prolific career as an art critic spanning nearly four decades. This trade paperback serves as an essential guide for art enthusiasts and collectors alike, exploring a vast array of subjects related to sculpture and its iconic sculptors. Delve into the rich history of artistic expression as this book covers notable topics from the intricate designs of Mesopotamian cylinder seals to poignant war memorials and the vibrant art of the American West.
Each section of the book is meticulously organized, taking readers on a chronological journey through significant stylistic periods like the Hellenistic era of Ancient Greece and the Kamakura period in medieval Japan. Learn about the masterpieces of historical figures such as Michelangelo, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and Augustus Saint-Gaudens, alongside modernist legends like Auguste Rodin, Pablo Picasso, and Alberto Giacometti. Contemporary visionaries, including Richard Serra, Rachel Whiteread, and Jeff Koons, are also explored, making this collection a comprehensive reflection of sculpture's evolution.
Whether you’re a seasoned art critic or a curious newcomer, 'The Necessity of Sculpture' offers an enriching introduction to the world of sculpture and its enduring importance in culture. Perfect for art history students, sculptors in training, and lovers of fine art, this book is a must-have addition to your library.
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: 9781641771085. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2020. Publisher: Encounter Books.
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: 9781641771085
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Encounter Books
Description:
The Necessity of Sculpturebrings together a selection of articles on sculpture and sculptors from Eric Gibson's nearly four-decade career as an art critic.
This bookcovers subjects as diverse as Mesopotamian cylinder seals, war memorials, and the art of the American West; stylistic periods such as the Hellenistic in Ancient Greece and Kamakura in medieval Japan; Michelangelo, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Augustus Saint-Gaudens, and other historical figures; modernists like Auguste Rodin, Pablo Picasso, and Alberto Giacometti; and contemporary artists including Richard Serra, Rachel Whiteread, and Jeff Koons. Organized chronologically by artist and period, this collection is as much a synoptic history of sculpture as it is an art chronicle. At the same time, it is an illuminating introduction to the subject for anyone coming to it for the first time.
Each section of the book is meticulously organized, taking readers on a chronological journey through significant stylistic periods like the Hellenistic era of Ancient Greece and the Kamakura period in medieval Japan. Learn about the masterpieces of historical figures such as Michelangelo, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and Augustus Saint-Gaudens, alongside modernist legends like Auguste Rodin, Pablo Picasso, and Alberto Giacometti. Contemporary visionaries, including Richard Serra, Rachel Whiteread, and Jeff Koons, are also explored, making this collection a comprehensive reflection of sculpture's evolution.
Whether you’re a seasoned art critic or a curious newcomer, 'The Necessity of Sculpture' offers an enriching introduction to the world of sculpture and its enduring importance in culture. Perfect for art history students, sculptors in training, and lovers of fine art, this book is a must-have addition to your library.
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: 9781641771085. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2020. Publisher: Encounter Books.
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: 9781641771085
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Encounter Books
Description:
The Necessity of Sculpturebrings together a selection of articles on sculpture and sculptors from Eric Gibson's nearly four-decade career as an art critic.
This bookcovers subjects as diverse as Mesopotamian cylinder seals, war memorials, and the art of the American West; stylistic periods such as the Hellenistic in Ancient Greece and Kamakura in medieval Japan; Michelangelo, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Augustus Saint-Gaudens, and other historical figures; modernists like Auguste Rodin, Pablo Picasso, and Alberto Giacometti; and contemporary artists including Richard Serra, Rachel Whiteread, and Jeff Koons. Organized chronologically by artist and period, this collection is as much a synoptic history of sculpture as it is an art chronicle. At the same time, it is an illuminating introduction to the subject for anyone coming to it for the first time.