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Recollections of a Picture Dealer (Dover Fine Art, History of Art)

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Book Synopsis: Celebrity, art merchant, socialite, publisher, and writer, Ambroise Vollard (1867–1939) was one of the most extraordinary figures in 20th-century art. He possessed an uncanny ability to recognize genius in painters — dozens of important artists received valuable commissions and gallery space with his help, and his galleries presented the first one-man shows for such luminaries as Matisse, Cézanne, and Picasso. Vollard's warmth, candor, and intelligence earned him the friendship of a generation of artists and make this memoir an enthralling and often hilarious account of an exciting Golden Age of painting. Vollard's anecdotal recollections transport the reader to Paris at the turn of the 20th century and the legendary “Street of Pictures,” the rue Laffitte, where Vollard lived and worked. Rather than critiquing artists or esthetic movements, Vollard focuses on the human sidelights that made his life as a picture dealer so rich and fascinating: his early efforts to sell the works of Cézanne, despite incredible opposition to Impressionism; his dinner parties, whose guests included Renoir, Forain, Degas, Redon, and Rodin; his many portrait sittings for Cézanne, Renoir, Rouault, Bonnard, Forain, and Picasso; his observation on the studios, habits, and personalities of Manet, Matisse, Picasso, de Groux, Signac, and Rousseau; and his encounters with Gertrude Stein, Alfred Jarry, Guillaume Apollinaire, Mallarmé, and Zola.

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Experience the captivating world of art with "Recollections of a Picture Dealer" by Ambroise Vollard. This extraordinary memoir takes you on a journey through the vibrant art scene of 20th-century Paris. Vollard's exceptional ability to recognize genius in painters paved the way for renowned artists such as Matisse, Cézanne, and Picasso. Get ready to dive into an enthralling account of Vollard's life as a picture dealer, filled with warmth, candor, and fascinating anecdotes.

Step into the legendary "Street of Pictures," the rue Laffitte, where Vollard's life unfolded. You'll be transported to the exciting Golden Age of painting, surrounded by famous artists and intellectuals. Rather than focusing solely on art critique, Vollard's memoir delves into the human side of his experiences, revealing the rich tapestry of relationships he formed with artists. From intimate dinner parties with the likes of Renoir and Rodin to countless portrait sittings for Cézanne and Picasso, Vollard's memoir offers a unique glimpse into the lives and personalities that shaped the art world.

Discover the studios, habits, and eccentricities that characterized artists such as Manet, Matisse, and Rousseau. Vollard's vivid recollections provide an intimate window into the lives and creative processes of these iconic figures. Prepare to be immersed in the electric atmosphere of Paris at the turn of the century, rubbing shoulders with literary giants like Gertrude Stein, Guillaume Apollinaire, and Zola.

Don't miss out on this captivating account of Ambroise Vollard's life as a picture dealer and his invaluable contribution to the art world. Get your hands on "Recollections of a Picture Dealer" today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the Golden Age of painting.

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