Clark, Adrian

Queer Saint: The Cultured Life of Peter Watson

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ISBN 13:
9781839012921
author:
Clark, Adrian
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Lume Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
420
Dimensions:
21.6 x 14 x 2.4 centimetres (0.5
Genre:
Biography, Artists, Architects & Photographers, Biography,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£17.15

Description

Peter Watson, a man of mystery and intrigue, lived a life of luxury and excess in 20th-century Europe. His untimely death in 1956 shocked the art world, leaving behind a legacy of patronage and a trail of enigmatic relationships. This biography delves into the life of Peter Watson, a patron who fuelled the engine of mid-20th-century art with his wealth, and explores the complexities of his relationships with those around him. From the high society of pre-war Europe to the cabaret culture of 1930s Berlin, Peter Watson's life was a journey of adventure and self-discovery. His relationships with artists, including Francis Bacon, John Craxton, and Lucian Freud, were marked by a desire for beauty, creativity, and excess. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who embodied the spirit of his time, and whose influence can still be felt in the world of art today. For anyone interested in contemporary art, cultural history, or the lives of influential figures, Peter Watson's story is a compelling and thought-provoking read.

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