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An Engaging And Often Amusing Account Of The Little Known Use Of Artists, Designers, And Architects As Army, Navy, And Civilian Camouflage Experts (Called 'Camoufleurs') During World Wars I And Ii. Described And Illustrated Are Documented Attemptssome Ingenious, Others Bizarreat 'Fooling The Eye' By Such Prominent Artists (From France, England, The Us, And Germany) As Abbott H. Thayer, Jeanlouis Forain, Andre Dunoyer De Segonzac, Jacques Villon, Grant Wood, Thomas Hart Benton, Norman Wilkinson, Everett Warner, Sherry Fry, Barry Faulkner, Homer Saintgaudens, John Singer Sargent, Frederic Waugh, Edward Seago, Blair Hughesstanton, Charles Burchfield, Oskar Schlemmer, Franz Marc, Edward Wadsworth, William Stanley Hayter, Roland Penrose, Julian Trevelyan, Eric Sloane, Laszlo Moholynagy, Gyorgy Kepes, Jon Gnagy, Arshile Gorky, Victor Papenek, And Ellsworth Kelly.Illustrated By 120 Vintage Photographs, Diagrams, And Artworks, The Text Explains How The Strategies Used To Conceal Objects In Nature And Warfare Are Based On The Very Same 'Unitforming Factors' That Artists, Designers, And Architects Use Every Day In The Creation Of Paintings, Prints, Fonts, Logos, Page Layouts, Web Sites, Furniture, Buildings, And So On.Throughout The Book, The Author Makes Shrewd Observations About The Connections Of Art, Design, And Camouflage To Such Seemingly Wideranging Topics As Gestalt Psychology, Esthetics, Cubism, Dada, Surrealism, Psychoanalysis, Kindergarten, Creativity, The Bauhaus, Frank Lloyd Wright, Humor, Dream Analysis, Rockwell Kent, Poetry, Pickpockets, And Sleight Of Hand.Of Additional Interest Are A Camouflage Timeline, An Account Of The Etymology Of The Word Camouflage, And A 10Page Bibliography, The Largest Ever Compiled On The Subject Of Art And Camouflage.
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- Q: What is the size of 'False Colors: Art, Design and Modern Camouflage'? A: The book measures six inches in length, zero point seventy-five inches in width, and nine point zero two inches in height.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: There are two hundred twenty-four pages in 'False Colors: Art, Design and Modern Camouflage'.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'False Colors: Art, Design and Modern Camouflage' is Roy R. Behrens.
- Q: What is the main theme of this book? A: The main theme explores the role of artists and designers in camouflage during World Wars I and II.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art students? A: Yes, this book is suitable for art students as it discusses the intersection of art, design, and military camouflage.
- Q: Can I use this book for a research project? A: Yes, this book can be used for research, particularly on the topics of art history and camouflage techniques.
- Q: What are the significant topics covered in the book? A: The book covers topics like Gestalt psychology, Cubism, and the connections between art and camouflage.
- Q: Does this book contain illustrations? A: Yes, the book includes one hundred twenty illustrations, including vintage photographs and diagrams.
- Q: Is there a bibliography included in the book? A: Yes, there is a ten-page bibliography that compiles resources related to art and camouflage.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain its condition.
- Q: Can I clean the cover of this book? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the retailer for their return and exchange policy.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: No, books typically do not come with a warranty, but check the retailer's policy for any guarantees.
- Q: What if I have questions about the content after reading? A: You can often find discussion groups or online forums where you can ask questions about the book.