Masters of Modern Art

By Alfred H. Jr. (Ed.) Barr

""Masters of Modern Art"" by Alfred Hamilton Barr Jr. is a comprehensive guide to the most important artists and movements in modern art. The book covers the period from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century, tracing the development of modern art from its roots in Impressionism to the emergence of abstract expressionism.The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a particular period in modern art history. The chapters are illustrated with full-color reproductions of some of the most famous works of art from each period, as well as lesser-known works that are equally important.The book begins with a discussion of the Impressionist movement, which revolutionized the art world in the late 19th century with its focus on capturing the fleeting effects of light and color. It then moves on to Post-Impressionism, which saw artists like Van Gogh and C�����zanne experimenting with new forms and techniques.The book then covers the development of modernism in the early 20th century, with chapters on Cubism, Futurism, and Expressionism. It also includes a discussion of the Dada and Surrealist movements, which sought to challenge conventional notions of art and reality.The final chapters of the book focus on the emergence of abstract art and the rise of American art in the mid-20th century. The book concludes with a discussion of the legacy of modern art and its ongoing influence on contemporary art.Overall, ""Masters of Modern Art"" is an essential guide for anyone interested in the history of modern art. It provides a comprehensive overview of the most important artists and movements of the period, and is illustrated with stunning reproductions of some of the most famous works of art of the 20th century.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258219514
• ISBN13: 9781258219512
• Release Date: October 2011
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 2.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.7" x 11.2"