Discover how everyday objects become art and why still-life matters today.
From quiet kitchen props to bold decorative designs, this book traces the evolution of still-life painting. It explores how artists move beyond simply representing objects to reveal character, mood, and emotion in the things we see every day. Through discussions of masters and movements, you’ll see how color, light, and arrangement transform pots, pans, and fruit into expressive art.
Whether you’re drawn to historical detail or modern interpretation, the book links a long tradition to contemporary appreciation. It highlights how still-life prompts viewers to notice the texture of objects, the play of shadows, and the meaning that ordinary things can carry.
Ideal for readers of art history, decorative painting, and anyone curious about how everyday objects become expressive art.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book investigates the evolution of still-life painting from its origins as a footnote to religious scenes, through its groundbreaking depiction of everyday objects and scenes, to its emergence as an independent genre. The author shows how this art form, dismissed for centuries as insignificant, gradually won recognition for capturing the beauty and significance of both humble objects and grand designs. By analyzing works by European masters such as Caravaggio, Annibale Caracci, and Pieter Aerts, among others, the book reveals new insights into the depth and artistry of still-life painting, upending the prejudice that such works are less valuable than other art forms. Through this book, readers gain a new appreciation for the enduring legacy and significance of still-life painting. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332822386_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332822386
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332822386
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)