Barnett Newman: A Catalogue Raisonne (Hardcover)

by Richard Shiff (Author), Carol Mancusi-Ungaro (Author), Heidi Colsman-Freyberger (Author)

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Will impress readers by the seriousness and thoroughness of its essays. -- Kenneth Baker, San Francisco Chronicle

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“This catalogue raisonné definitively presents Newman’s entire oeuvre, from paintings, drawings and sculpture to graphics and architectural models; it also includes examples of unfinished works. . . . Shedding new light on many aspects of Newman’s career, the 736-page volume provides insight into the artistic legacy of this important 20th-century figure.”—Art in America

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 664 pages
• Publisher: Barnett Newman Foundation / Yale University Press (October 11, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0300101678
• ISBN-13: 978-0300101676
• Product Dimensions: 13.3 x 11.2 x 2.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #154,827 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars What every catalogue raisonne should look like., September 12, 2005

By	R. Blair "legsdiamond" (Victoria,Australia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The most surprising thing about Newman's output is how non-prolific he was,118 works on canvas in 25 years.Every painting is reproduced in superb color.The only detriment is that half a dozen of his large horizontal paintings are spread across the centrespread,spoiling the composition.Using fold out pages would have been more useful.It also includes his drawings,graphics and sculpture,comprising of 329 works in all.No text accompanies the reproductions,letting the work stand on it's own.If you admire Newman's work,buy this magnificent book.It is one of finest catalogue raisonne ever produced.

5.0 out of 5 stars The next best thing to owning an actual Newman, September 26, 2008

By	Claude Reich (Florianopolis, Brazil and Paris, France) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This is a tour de force of an art book. The entire output of the artist is reproduced in full color, with a complete provenance listing including the current owner (when known). The book also starts with two brilliant essays by Richard Schiff (on the artist's ideas on art, on his attitude towards modern art movements, on the influence of the past on his art) and by Carol Mancusi-Ungaro (more centered on the artist's technique and creative process). One of the most sumptuous and best informed artbooks I own.