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Irma Stern - African in Europe European in Africa
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Explore the extraordinary life and works of Irma Stern in 'African in Europe, European in Africa'. This stunning art book delves into the expressive and vibrant paintings of one of South Africa's most celebrated artists. From her early influences and childhood in South Africa to her artistic evolution amidst the Weimar expressionist movement in Germany, this monograph beautifully illustrates how Stern captured the essence of her dual heritage.
With a hardback binding and dimensions of 162 x 215 mm, this book contains 160 pages filled with rich illustrations, letters, and travelogues that reveal Stern's passion for travel and her deep connection to her homeland.
Discover the cultural and political landscapes that shaped her art, examining themes such as colonialism, identity, and the enduring effects of her work on contemporary South African artists. Ideal for art enthusiasts and collectors, 'African in Europe, European in Africa' serves as a key resource for understanding the significance of Irma Stern's contributions to the modern art world.
Dive into this richly textured narrative that marries artistic brilliance with historical context, making it a perfect addition to your collection on expressionism and African art. Whether for educational purposes or personal enrichment, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire readers about the remarkable journey of Irma Stern.
Author: Sean O'Toole Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 162 x 215 mm
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 15-03-2021
The vivid and powerful expressionist paintings of Irma Stern were a key factor in the modernization of early 20th-century South African art. Although she was widely recognized during her lifetime, Stern's posthumous fame has dwindled outside her home country, and this beautifully produced monograph serves to correct that injustice. A master of color and composition, Stern is best known for her portraits and still lifes that reflected her passion for travel and devotion to home. Drawing from letters, journals, the artist's own illustrated travelogues as well as the latest scholarship, this volume traces Stern's childhood in South Africa and her family's flight to Germany in the wake of the South African War (1899-1902). Readers will learn of her artistic development at the center of Weimar, Germany's expressionist avant-garde, her return to her homeland and the derisive reaction to her early work, and finally her productive travels throughout the African continent and the acclaim she achieved. The book also focuses on the political and cultural forces that shaped Stern's work, including the unification of South Africa, the rise of expressionism in Germany, the interplay between indigenous and colonial art in the African continent, and Stern's continued influence on contemporary South African artists.
With a hardback binding and dimensions of 162 x 215 mm, this book contains 160 pages filled with rich illustrations, letters, and travelogues that reveal Stern's passion for travel and her deep connection to her homeland.
Discover the cultural and political landscapes that shaped her art, examining themes such as colonialism, identity, and the enduring effects of her work on contemporary South African artists. Ideal for art enthusiasts and collectors, 'African in Europe, European in Africa' serves as a key resource for understanding the significance of Irma Stern's contributions to the modern art world.
Dive into this richly textured narrative that marries artistic brilliance with historical context, making it a perfect addition to your collection on expressionism and African art. Whether for educational purposes or personal enrichment, this volume promises to enlighten and inspire readers about the remarkable journey of Irma Stern.
Author: Sean O'Toole Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 162 x 215 mm
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 15-03-2021
The vivid and powerful expressionist paintings of Irma Stern were a key factor in the modernization of early 20th-century South African art. Although she was widely recognized during her lifetime, Stern's posthumous fame has dwindled outside her home country, and this beautifully produced monograph serves to correct that injustice. A master of color and composition, Stern is best known for her portraits and still lifes that reflected her passion for travel and devotion to home. Drawing from letters, journals, the artist's own illustrated travelogues as well as the latest scholarship, this volume traces Stern's childhood in South Africa and her family's flight to Germany in the wake of the South African War (1899-1902). Readers will learn of her artistic development at the center of Weimar, Germany's expressionist avant-garde, her return to her homeland and the derisive reaction to her early work, and finally her productive travels throughout the African continent and the acclaim she achieved. The book also focuses on the political and cultural forces that shaped Stern's work, including the unification of South Africa, the rise of expressionism in Germany, the interplay between indigenous and colonial art in the African continent, and Stern's continued influence on contemporary South African artists.
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