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Book Synopsis: A new definitive overview of the founding Abstract Expressionist celebrated for his Elegies to the Spanish RepublicFamously the most politicized and intellectual of the Abstract Expressionists, Robert Motherwell (1915–91) evolved a form of austere gesturalism reflective of both the human psyche and the political realm.
Robert Motherwell: Pure Painting offers an in-depth exploration of his oeuvre—the first publication to do so in many years. Leading art scholars Jennifer Cohen, Susan Davidson, Simon Kelly, Monica McTighe and Sarah Rich examine Motherwell’s turn from Surrealism to abstraction and consider the major series that developed over his 50-year career.
The catalog also studies the dialogue between Motherwell’s art and the 19th-century French painting tradition, and investigates his relationship to Spanish painting techniques and processes, with an emphasis on underlying political significance of this relationship (as expressed in his great series Elegies to the Spanish Republic).
Another section looks at Motherwell’s unique use of ocher pigment, with its evocation of deep geological time and of avant-garde strategies.
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Discover the mesmerizing world of Robert Motherwell: Pure Painting, the ultimate tribute to the pioneering Abstract Expressionist. Renowned for his powerful Elegies to the Spanish Republic, Motherwell's art transcends mere aesthetics, delving into the depths of both the human psyche and the political realm. Immerse yourself in Motherwell's extraordinary oeuvre with this comprehensive publication, meticulously crafted by leading art scholars Jennifer Cohen, Susan Davidson, Simon Kelly, Monica McTighe, and Sarah Rich.
Witness Motherwell's artistic evolution, as he transitions effortlessly from Surrealism to abstraction. Delve into the captivating narratives behind his iconic series, painstakingly compiled over his illustrious 50-year career. Unearth the profound dialogue between Motherwell's art and the rich French painting tradition of the 19th century. Explore the intricate Spanish painting techniques and processes infused with powerful political significance, as echoed in his remarkable Elegies to the Spanish Republic.
Experience the sheer brilliance of Motherwell's creative genius through his innovative use of ocher pigment. This distinctive element not only evokes the timeless beauty of deep geological time but also showcases his avant-garde approach to art. Immerse yourself in the world of Pure Painting, where each stroke on the canvas holds a profound meaning and transports you to a realm beyond words.
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