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The Complete Woodcuts Of Albrecht Drer (Dover Fine Art, History Of Art)
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Albrecht Drer Was A Master In Various Media, But It Was In Woodcut Design That His Creative Genius Reached Its Highest Expression. Here Are All Of His Extant Woodcuts, A Collection Of Over 300 Great Works Containing All The Familiar Cuts Long Treasured By The World'S Art Lovers: The Celebrated Series On The Life Of The Virgin, The Apocalypse Of John (17 Cuts), The Great Passion, St. Jerome In His Study, Samson Fighting The Lion, The Fall Of Icarus, The Six Knots, The Men'S Bath, St. Christopher, The Virgin In Glory, The Rhinoceros, The Last Supper Of 1523, Illustrations From Drer'S The Art Of Measurement And From His Four Books On Human Proportion, And Many Others, Including Much Littleknown Material. This Book Is The Only Available Source For Many Of These Works.Although Sacred Subjects Predominate (The Holy Family, Scenes From Christ'S Life, Crucifixion, Etc., The Lives Of The Saints, Old Testament Episodes), Many Other Motifs Are Treated. There Are Portraits Of Prominent Men Of The Ages, Book Illustrations (Secular And Religious), Coats Of Arms, The Celestial And Terrestrial Globes, Animals, Mythological And Historical Themes, Etc. The Plates Are Arranged Generally In Chronological Order Permitting The Reader To View The Development Of Drer'S Art. From Out Of The Gnarled Figures And Landscapes One Can See The Emergence Of An Individualistic Style And Skill Unrivaled In This Sphere.An Introduction By Campbell Dodgson And A 34Page Textual Guide To The Plates By Dr. Willi Kurth Discuss The Evidence And Controversies Surrounding The Authenticity Of Each Work, Citing The Opinions Of All The Important Drer Scholars; They Also Furnish The Reader With The Historical Background Of The Cuts And Of Drer'S Life And Times From The Years Of Apprenticeship In Nuremberg To The Last Works Of 15201528.All Of The Woodcuts Are Reproduced In Excellent Detail. This Book Is Indispensable For The Professional Art Historian And Critic. To The Layman With Any Aesthetic Interests At All It Will Be A Source Of Stimulation And Satisfaction That Only Great Art Can Provide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Complete Woodcuts of Albrecht Dürer'? A: The book showcases over 300 woodcuts created by Albrecht Dürer, highlighting his mastery in woodcut design and including significant works such as 'The Apocalypse of John' and 'The Great Passion'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Complete Woodcuts of Albrecht Dürer' is Willi Kurth.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 1, 1963.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art historians? A: Yes, this book is indispensable for professional art historians and critics due to its detailed reproduction of woodcuts and scholarly commentary.
- Q: Does the book contain any introductory materials or guides? A: Yes, it includes an introduction by Campbell Dodgson and a 34-page textual guide by Dr. Willi Kurth discussing the authenticity and historical context of the woodcuts.
- Q: What themes are explored in Dürer's woodcuts featured in this book? A: The woodcuts explore various themes including sacred subjects, portraits, mythological and historical themes, animals, and book illustrations.
- Q: Are the woodcuts presented in chronological order? A: Yes, the plates are arranged generally in chronological order to illustrate the development of Dürer's artistic style.
- Q: Can this book be a good source for general art lovers? A: Absolutely, it serves as a source of stimulation and satisfaction for anyone with an interest in great art.