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The Symbolism of Paul Gauguin: Erotica, Exotica, and the Great Dilemmas of Humanity,New
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In this magisterial book, Henri Dorra synthesizes more than fifty years of study to present a comprehensive examination of Paul Gauguin's symbolism. Drawing on his profound grasp of the artistic and social contexts in which Gauguin worked, Dorra provides new, complex insights into and interpretations of Gauguin's multilayered symbolism. The Symbolism of Paul Gauguin is lavishly illustrated with a major visual compendium of the artist's prodigious output. The highly readable narrative, based on a sophisticated understanding of Gauguin's oeuvre, offers a masterly interpretation of recurrent images and their interrelationships in the contemporaneous artistic and social context.Dorra discusses Gauguin's iconography and the artist's treatments of similar themes in various media, from prepatory drawings for paintings to related ceramics and wood carvings. He traces Gauguin's meanings in literary sources from classical mythology and the Bible to late ninetheenthcentury literature. He also links the form and content of the artist's work to his unusual ancestry and upbringing. As the final scholarly work by an internationally recognized expert on nineteenthcentury French symbolism, this book provides a profound new perspective on Gauguin and his work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Symbolism of Paul Gauguin'? A: The book provides a comprehensive examination of Paul Gauguin's symbolism, synthesizing over fifty years of study to offer new insights and interpretations of his multilayered artistic themes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Henri Dorra, an internationally recognized expert on nineteenth-century French symbolism.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 364 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of Gauguin's work.
- Q: When was 'The Symbolism of Paul Gauguin' published? A: The book was published on February 20, 2007.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in art history? A: Yes, the highly readable narrative and clear explanations make it accessible for both beginners and those with a deeper understanding of art history.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can I expect in the book? A: The book is lavishly illustrated, featuring a major visual compendium of Gauguin's artistic output, enhancing the reader's understanding of his symbolism.
- Q: Does the book discuss Gauguin's influences and background? A: Yes, Dorra links Gauguin's work to his unusual ancestry and upbringing, providing context to his artistic expressions.
- Q: What themes does the author explore in Gauguin's work? A: The author discusses themes such as iconography, literary influences from classical mythology and the Bible, as well as Gauguin's artistic treatments across various media.
- Q: Is this book a scholarly work? A: Yes, it is considered a scholarly work and serves as the final contribution by a recognized expert in the field of French symbolism.