Still Life Painting in America (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161497229)

""Still Life Painting in America"" by Wolfgang Born is a comprehensive exploration of the history and evolution of still life painting in America. The book covers the period from the early colonial era to the present day, tracing the development of the genre and its various subcategories. The author examines the work of prominent artists and movements, such as the Hudson River School, the Ashcan School, and the Photorealists, and provides insightful analysis of their techniques, styles, and themes. The book is richly illustrated with over 250 full-color images of paintings, drawings, and prints, many of which are rare or previously unpublished. In addition to its art historical focus, the book also delves into the social and cultural contexts that shaped the production and reception of still life painting in America. Overall, ""Still Life Painting in America"" is a valuable resource for scholars, collectors, and anyone interested in the history of American art.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.

Author: Wolfgang Born
ISBN-10: 1161497226
ISBN-13: 9781161497229
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 166
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.44d