Paul Cezanne, 1839-1906: Pioneer of Modernism

by Ulrike Becks-Malorny

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Divine apples and pears: C#65533;zanne's quest for "a harmony parallel to Nature"   He was the founding father of modern art, the grand master who pointed painting forward on its way from Impressionism to the 20th century: Paul C#65533;zanne (1839-1906). In Paris, but above all in Provence, C#65533;zanne quested tirelessly for "a harmony parallel to Nature"--discovering it in still lifes of apples, in bathers, or in the renowned landscapes of his beloved Montagne Sainte-Victoire. This book show more discusses this extraordinary artist's major works and his theories of painting and color.   About the Series: Each book in TASCHEN's Basic Art series features: a detailed chronological summary of the life and oeuvre of the artist, covering his or her cultural and historical importance a concise biography approximately 100 illustrations with explanatory captions show less

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Paul Cezanne, 1839-1906: Pioneer of Modernism
Original publication date
1995
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Paul Cézanne

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Art & Design, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, Biography & Memoir
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759.4Arts & recreationPaintingHistory, geographic treatment, biographyFrance and Monaco
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ND553 .C33 .B3513Fine ArtsPaintingPaintingHistory
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