Shattuck, Roger
The Banquet Years: The Origins of the Avant Garde in France, 1885 to World War 1
- ISBN 13:
- 9780394704159
- author:
- Shattuck, Roger
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House USA Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1988
- Pages:
- 414
- Dimensions:
- 11.18 x 2.29 x 18.54 centimetres
- Genre:
- European history: c 1750 to c 1900
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Banquet Years: The Origins of the Avant-Garde in France, 1885 to World War I Roger Shattuck's seminal work explores the cultural landscape of early 20th-century Paris, where a group of innovative artists and writers laid the groundwork for some of the most influential movements in modern art. This book delves into the lives and works of key figures such as Alfred Jarry, Henri Rousseau, Erik Satie, and Guillaume Apollinaire, providing a unique insight into the era that shaped the course of modern art. Through the careers of these quartet of artists, Shattuck reveals a culture that was at the forefront of artistic innovation, pushing the boundaries of creativity and challenging conventional norms. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the origins of French avant-garde literature and art, and its enduring influence on the development of modern art. By examining the lives and works of these pioneering artists, Shattuck sheds light on a pivotal moment in artistic history, one that continues to inspire and influence artists to this day.
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