Dearborn, Mary
Peggy Guggenheim
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844080601
- author:
- Dearborn, Mary
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 221mm X 203mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Peggy Guggenheim: A Life of Transformation This biography charts the life of Peggy Guggenheim, an art collector and personality who was shrouded in controversy. Born into a wealthy family, she transformed her privileged upbringing to become a patron of modern art, hosting some of its most influential figures at her home. The book explores the culture that shaped her and the impact she had on it, revealing a complex and multifaceted individual. From her relationships with artists like Max Ernst and Salvador Dalí, to her own personal struggles and ambitions, this biography offers a nuanced understanding of Peggy Guggenheim's life and legacy. With its focus on the cultural context in which Peggy Guggenheim lived and worked, this book provides a fascinating insight into the world of modern art and the people who shaped it.
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