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Revelation Of Modernism: Responses To Cultural Crises In Findesiecle Painting (Volume 1)-used
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Among Postimpressionist Painters, Van Gogh, Seurat, Czanne, And Gauguin Produced A Remarkable Body Of Work That Responded To A Cultural And Spiritual Crisis In The Avantgarde Worldinfluences That Pushed Them Toward An Increasing Reliance On Science, Literature, And Occultism. In Revelation Of Modernism, Renowned Art Historian Albert Boime Reappraises Specific Works By These Masters From A Perspective More Appreciative Of The Individuals Inner Conflicts, Offering The Art World A New Understanding Of A Period Fraught With Apocalyptic Fears And Existential Anxieties.Building On The Seminal Observations Of Sven Lvgren From A Halfcentury Ago, Boime Rejects Popular Notions Of Art For Arts Sake And Rethinks An Entire Movement To Suggest That History, Rather Than Expressive Urge, Is The Driving Force That Shapes Art. He Reconsiders Familiar Masterpieces From A Fresh Perspective, Situating The Art In The Contexts Of History Both Real And Speculative, Of Contemporary Philosophy, And Of Science To Depict Modernism As A Development That Ultimately Failed.Boime Expands On What We Think We Know About These Figures And Produces Startling New Revelations About Their Work. From The Political History Of Seurats Parade De Cirque To The Astronomical Foundations Of Van Goghs Starry Night, He Draws Analogies Between Literary Sources And Social, Personal, And Political Strategies That Have Eluded Most Art Historians. He Offers A Richer And More Complex Vision Of Czanne, Considering The Artist As An Old Testament Figure In Search Of The Promised Landscape. And He Provides A Particularly Detailed Look At Gauguinon Whom Boime Has Never Previously Publishedthat Takes A Closer Look At The Artists The Vision After The Sermon And Its Allusions To Eliphas Lvis Writings, Sheds Light On The Sources For From Whence Do We Come? And Offers New Thoughts About Gauguins Various Selfportraits.Boimes Latest Contribution Further Testifies To His Status As One Of Our Most Important Living Art Historians. As Entertaining As It Is Eloquent, Revelation Of Modernism Is A Bold And Groundbreaking Work That Should Be Required Reading For All Who Wish To Understand The Contradictory Origins And Development Of Modernism And Its Role In History.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Revelation of Modernism'? A: The main theme of 'Revelation of Modernism' is the exploration of how postimpressionist painters like Van Gogh, Seurat, Cézanne, and Gauguin responded to cultural and spiritual crises at the turn of the 20th century, emphasizing the role of history in shaping modern art.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Revelation of Modernism' is Albert Boime, a renowned art historian known for his insightful analysis of modern art movements.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it has been previously owned but is still in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'Revelation of Modernism' have? A: The book contains 304 pages, providing a comprehensive examination of modernism and its historical context.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a premium feel compared to paperback editions.
- Q: When was 'Revelation of Modernism' published? A: The book was published on March 31, 2008, marking it as a contemporary examination of modern art.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Revelation of Modernism'? A: The title reflects the author's intention to reveal new insights and understanding about the modernism movement, challenging conventional interpretations of the era's artwork.
- Q: Does the book include analysis on specific artworks? A: Yes, the book includes detailed analysis on specific works by artists like Seurat and Van Gogh, providing fresh perspectives on their masterpieces.
- Q: Is there any focus on the personal lives of the artists in the book? A: Yes, the book explores the inner conflicts and personal struggles of the artists, offering a deeper understanding of how these factors influenced their work.
- Q: What unique perspectives does Albert Boime provide in this book? A: Albert Boime offers unique perspectives by linking the artworks to historical events, contemporary philosophy, and scientific ideas, suggesting that these elements shaped the modernist movement.