Picasso Hardcover With Dust Jacket - Taschen 2006 Published by Carsten-Peter Warncke & Ingo F. Walther
Pablo Picasso by Carsten-Peter Warncke & Ingo F. Walther – Taschen 2006 Oversize Hardcover
Dive into the extraordinary life and work of Pablo Picasso with this comprehensive Taschen volume, a definitive exploration of the artist who reshaped the 20th-century art world. Spanning 740 pages, this oversized hardcover is a testament to the enduring legacy of Picasso's genius, offering an unparalleled look at the full breadth of his artistic endeavors.
From the early inklings of brilliance in Malaga to his transformative years in Corunna and ultimately to the zenith of his fame, Picasso's evolution as an artist is captured in vivid detail. Author Carsten-Peter Warncke guides readers through a labyrinth of creativity, shedding light on the driving forces behind Picasso's diverse body of work, which includes paintings, drawings, etchings, lithographs, sculptures, and ceramics.
This monumental book boasts 962 full-color and 474 black-and-white illustrations, each one a testament to Picasso's relentless pursuit of innovation. With its accent on recurring themes and a fresh analysis of his artistic trajectory, this volume offers new insight into the mind of the master.
Accompanying the rich collection of artwork are 60 pages of appendices, providing an intimate glimpse into Picasso's world. A detailed chronology illustrates the artist's life and times with 177 additional illustrations, while the bibliography, notes, and index serve as invaluable resources for both the casual reader and the dedicated scholar.
Whether for the coffee table or for scholarly reference, this Taschen edition is not just another book on Picasso—it is a grand homage to an artist who himself became a legend. For the admirer of Picasso's work, the student of his craft, or the collector of exquisite art books, this volume is an essential addition to any collection.
About the Author
Carsten-Peter Warncke studied art history, classical archaeology, and literature in Vienna, Heidelberg, and Hamburg, and received his doctorate from the latter in 1975. He is professor of art history at the University of Gottingen. Ingo F. Walther was born in Berlin and studied medieval studies, literature, and art history in Frankfurt am Main and Munich. He has published numerous books on the art of the Middle Ages and of the 19th and 20th centuries, including TASCHEN's Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, and Codices Illustres.