Kaethe Kollwitz

By Carl Zigrosser

Book Overview

The book ""Kaethe Kollwitz"" by Carl Zigrosser is a comprehensive biography of the German artist Kaethe Kollwitz. Kollwitz was a renowned painter, printmaker, and sculptor who lived from 1867 to 1945. The book covers her life and work, from her early years as a student in Berlin to her later years as a celebrated artist and political activist.The book includes numerous illustrations of Kollwitz's artwork, including her famous prints and sculptures. Zigrosser also provides detailed analyses of Kollwitz's artistic style and themes, which often focused on social justice and the struggles of the working class.In addition to her artistic achievements, the book also explores Kollwitz's personal life, including her marriage to a doctor and her experiences during World War II. Zigrosser draws on a variety of sources, including Kollwitz's own writings and interviews with her family and friends, to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of this groundbreaking artist.Overall, ""Kaethe Kollwitz"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this important artist. It provides a detailed and engaging account of Kollwitz's career and legacy, and is sure to be of interest to scholars, students, and art enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163140988
• ISBN13: 9781163140987
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"