Taschen , Tomoko Sato
Mucha (Basic Art)
- ISBN 13:
- 9783836550093
- author:
- Taschen , Tomoko Sato
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Benedikt Taschen Verlag
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 26.2 x 21.6 x 1.3 cm
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Alphonse Mucha, 1860-1939: A Visionary Artist Czech artist Alphonse Mucha was a master of Art Nouveau, defining the look of the fin-de-siècle with his instantly recognizable decorative style. His evocative compositions of patterns, flowers, and beautiful women in shades of peach, gold, ochre, and olive became paradigms of the Belle Époque years. Mucha's work extended beyond illustration and poster design, encompassing book illustrations, monumental paintings, and photographs. This book presents key works, introducing the full reach of Mucha's oeuvre and exploring his political ideas, as seen in his monumental cycle The Slav Epic. Compiled in association with the Mucha Foundation, this illustrated monograph showcases Mucha's artistic vision and legacy.