Plastic Redirections in 20th Century Painting: Studies of Meaning in Art, V1 - Hardcover

by James Johnson Sweeney (Author), Eve W. Schutze (Foreword by)

""Plastic Redirections In 20th Century Painting: Studies Of Meaning In Art, V1"" by James Johnson Sweeney is a book that explores the evolution of painting in the 20th century. The author analyzes the works of various artists and their use of plastic elements such as color, shape, and texture to convey their intended meaning. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific artist or group of artists. Sweeney examines the works of artists such as Pablo Picasso, Georges Braque, and Henri Matisse and their contributions to the development of modern art. He also discusses the emergence of abstract art and its impact on the art world. The author delves into the theories and concepts behind the use of plastic elements in art and how they have been used to express emotions, ideas, and experiences. The book is written in a scholarly style and includes numerous illustrations of the paintings being discussed. It is aimed at art enthusiasts, students of art history, and anyone interested in the evolution of painting in the 20th century. Overall, ""Plastic Redirections In 20th Century Painting: Studies Of Meaning In Art, V1"" provides a comprehensive analysis of the use of plastic elements in modern art and their impact on the art world.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.