Hajo Duchting
Vasily Kandinsky (The Great Masters of Art)
- ISBN 13:
- 9783777427591
- author:
- Hajo Duchting
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Hirmer Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 80
- Dimensions:
- 5.5 x 0.5 x 8 inches
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, History & Criticism, Criticism,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Vasily Kandinsky was a pioneering painter of abstract art and a key figure in the Blue Rider movement. His career spanned a wide range of styles, from early experimentation to his most expressive and innovative works. This book provides a comprehensive overview of Kandinsky's life and art, with a particular focus on his time at the Bauhaus, where he collaborated with other influential artists. Kandinsky's work is characterized by its use of vibrant colours and bold forms, which he believed could be used to create a new kind of art. At the Bauhaus, he taught and exhibited his work, sharing his ideas with students and fellow artists. The book features numerous illustrations of Kandinsky's paintings, providing a visual insight into his artistic development. This book offers a concise and accessible introduction to Kandinsky's life and work, making it an ideal choice for anyone interested in modern art and the history of the Bauhaus.