Inspired by a primitive way of life, Paul Gauguin came to reject the world of the Impressionists, leaving Parisian society in search of paradise. Explore the life of this 19th-century French artist through his astonishingly vibrant and exotic paintings. The DK ArtBook series presents both the life and works of each artist within the cultural, social, and political context of their time. To make the books easy to consult, they are divided into three areas -- the life and works of the artist, historical and cultural background, and analysis of major works -- which are identifiable by side bands. Each spread focuses on a specific theme, with an introductory text and several annotated illustrations. Few art history texts contain such abundance of full-color illustrations. The index section is also illustrated and gives background information on key figures and the location of the artist's works.
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Original Language: Italian --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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A Very Nice Book on Gauguin,
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This review is from: Paul Gauguin: 1848-1903 the Primitive Sophisticate (Basic Art) (Paperback)
It has all the great paintings and a very well organized text. I have bought over 20 books in this series. A great reference book to have on practically any artist you want to learn about.
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Informative--great for students,
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This review is from: Gauguin: A Restless and Visionary Genius--His Life in Paintings (Paperback)
Well, I won't waste your time. The bottom line-- is this book is worth buying. Its got great insight on many of Gauguin's paintings, and even discusses his background and influences. A must for any art student, or art buff. Your money will not be wasted! For ten bucks, you'll be buying a book you'll use time and time again. Good luck, and happy book buying!
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There cannot have been many other artists who set out as wholeheartedly to live the life they envisioned in their art as Paul Gauguin did. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
South Seas, Art Institute of Chicago, Noa Noa, New York, Paul Gauguin, Christian God, National Gallery of Art, Where Are We Going, Barbarous Tales, Bouquet of Flowers, Brooding Woman, Caricature Self-Portrait, Département des Arts, Musée National du Louvre, Old World, Pushkin Museum New!
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There cannot have been many other artists who set out as wholeheartedly to live the life they envisioned in their art as Paul Gauguin did. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
South Seas, Art Institute of Chicago, Noa Noa, New York, Paul Gauguin, Christian God, National Gallery of Art, Where Are We Going, Barbarous Tales, Bouquet of Flowers, Brooding Woman, Caricature Self-Portrait, Département des Arts, Musée National du Louvre, Old World, Pushkin Museum New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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This book cites 4
books:
- Noa Noa: The Tahiti Journal of Paul Gauguin by Paul Gauguin on 7 pages
- White Horse by Paul Gauguin on page 78, page 82, and page 88
- Still Life by American Federation Of Art on page 18, and page 72
- Claude Monet by National Gallery of Art on page 10
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