Die Kunst der Moderne ist so bunt und vielfältig wie die kunsthistorischen Begriffe – kein leichtes Unterfangen, in diesem Neben- und Nacheinander aus Epochen, Gattungen und Stilen den Überblick zu behalten. Wer kann schon auf Anhieb den Vortizismus vom Orphismus unterscheiden, die Geometrische Abstraktion und den Fluxus zeitlich einordnen oder die wichtigsten Vertreter der École de Paris benennen? Das übernimmt der vorliegende Band, der die 50 wichtigsten Kunstrichtungen von der Mitte des 19. bis ins 21. Jahrhundert, vom Realismus Gustave Courbets bis zur Neuen Leipziger Schule mit Protagonisten wie Neo Rauch, chronologisch einordnet. Alle Stile und Strömungen werden in anschaulichen Texten vorgestellt, die die großen Bögen von den Kunstrichtungen der Vergangenheit bis in die Gegenwart aufzeigen. Jede Stilrichtung ist auch ein Spiegel ihrer Zeit und fängt revolutionäre Entwicklungen und wegweisende historische Ereignisse in ihren Werken ein, die im Buch auf zahlreichen großzügigen Farbabbildungen zu sehen sind.
Rosalind Ormiston Bücher






Picasso pur Picasso gehört zu den größten und anerkanntesten Malern der modernen Kunst. Dieses hochwertig gestaltete Buch zeigt spannende Einblicke in Picassos Werk und sein Leben. Neben einer illustrierten Biographie, die den Künstler in den Kontext seiner Zeit stellt, werden 35 der brillantesten Werke vorgestellt und erläutert. Die Autorin verdeutlicht dabei, wie Picasso wiederholt Tradition neu erfand und seine eigene Kunst stets weiterentwickelt hat, von den Anfängen des 20. Jahrhunderts bis zu der ihm zugeschriebenen Erfindung des Kubismus. Dieses Buch zeigt große Qualität im handlichen Format und zum kleinen Preis - mit Meisterwerken wie Guernica, Les Demoiselles d’Avignon oder Die Frauen von Algier.
Though very much an individual and spiritual artist, Alphonse Mucha was a defining figure of the Art Nouveau era and is loved for his distinctive lush style and images of beautiful women in arabesque poses among the plethora of paintings, posters, advertisements and designs he produced. Admire a whole range of his work here in its full glory with succinct accompanying text.
The English Romantic painter Joseph Mallord William Turner (23 April 1775-19 December 1851) was a brilliant landscape artist, a watercolourist and printmaker. This wonderful new book brings to life his greatest achievements in glorious colour.
Focusing on two-dimensional Art Nouveau works, this coffee-table book features fascinating text on the movement in general, graphic art and fine art, accompanied by beautiful reproductions of work by artists such as Toulouse- Lautrec, Gaudi and Tiffany.
First World War Posters
- 144 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
Features an introduction to the First World War and its posters, and 100 key works. Beautifully reproduced full-page artworks in an appealing hardback giftbook.
50 Art Movements You Should Know
- 144 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
The latest volume in this beautifully produced and affordable series introduces readers to the major developments in the history of modern art—from Realism to the New Leipzig School. The story of modern art begins with a revolution—when the realists started rejecting romanticism in favor of depicting life as it really was. Since that movement began in the mid- 19th century, painters have been rebelling, rethinking, deconstructing, and challenging notions of what art is. Filled with stunning reproductions of some of the world’s greatest masterpieces, this reference book offers a chronological journey through artistic revolutions. Each movement is presented in a series of informative presentations—a concise definition and description; full-page and smaller detailed color illustrations; and in-depth profiles of the artists crucial to the style’s development. Covering a wide range of movements both familiar and obscure, this accessible and informative volume is a perfect introduction for readers interested in art’s constantly evolving story.
Discover the motifs, masterpieces, and driving forces behind the artist Pablo Picasso.
The Life and Works of Michelangelo
- 256 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
An impressive new reference book on the life and works of Michelangelo Buonarroti - sculptor, painter, architect and poet. Includes a fascinating exploration of the artist's life, and the role he played in the Italian Renaissance - a unique period in art history. With a comprehensive gallery of the works of Michelangelo, including sketches, paintings, sculptures , frescoes and architecture. Explores the artist's legacy and the great influence he had on European art. Beautifully illustrated with 500 stunning images.
Albrecht Durer: His Life and Works
An Illustrated Exploration of the Artist and His Context, with a Gallery of His Paintings and Drawings
- 256 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
This biography delves into the life and works of a renowned 16th-century artist, offering a rich historical context alongside an extensive collection of 500 fine-art reproductions. It explores the artist's influences, techniques, and contributions to the art world, providing readers with an immersive experience that highlights both personal and professional milestones. The combination of detailed narrative and visual artistry makes it a comprehensive tribute to the artist's legacy.

