René Magritte

By:

Patricia Allmer

Format:

Paperback / softback

Series:

Critical Lives

Show Hide Adult Content

$38.99

Available from supplier

Usually ships in 2-3 weeks

0 in Trolley

Price Match

Buy Now, Pay Later with:

Afterpay is available on orders $100 to $2000 Learn more

Availability

Delivering to:

Estimated arrival:

Around 4-14 June using International Courier

Description

An illuminating reappraisal of Belgian surrealist artist Rene Magritte. The Belgian surrealist artist René Magritte redefined the way we think about art. Famous for his men in bowler hats, Magritte's witty and provocative work inspired generations of later artists, from Andy Warhol to Jasper Johns. In this illuminating new biography, Patricia Allmer radically repositions Magritte's work in relation to its historical and cultural circumstances. Allmer explores the significant influence of events and experiences in Magritte's early childhood and youth, recorded in his letters and essays: his memories of visiting fairs and circuses; of magical shows and performances; of the cinema; and in particular his first encounter with his future partner, Georgette, on a carousel. Allmer's analyses of these events and their influence on both well-known and less familiar images give new insights into Magritte's art. The book will appeal to those who wish to know more about Magritte's life and work, as well as the wide audience for Surrealism.

Author Biography:

Patricia Allmer is a leading scholar of Surrealism and teaches Art History at the University of Edinburgh. Her books include René Magritte: Beyond Painting (2009) and Lee Miller: Photography, Surrealism, and Beyond (2016). Her curated exhibitions include Angels of Anarchy: Women Artists and Surrealism (2009) and Taking Shots: The Photography of William S. Burroughs (2014).

Release date Australia

July 15th, 2019

Author

Patricia Allmer

Series

Critical Lives

Pages

240

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Illustrations

60 illustrations

ISBN-13

9781789141511

Product ID

29193325

Customer reviews

Nobody has reviewed this product yet. You could be the first!

Write a Review

Marketplace listings

There are no Marketplace listings available for this product currently.
Already own it? Create a free listing and pay just 9% commission when it sells!

Sell Yours Here

Get free delivery, exclusive deals, and more^*

Biography & True Story Books:

René Magritte

By:

Format:

Series:

Buy Now, Pay Later with:

Availability

Description

Author Biography:

Customer reviews

Marketplace listings

Help & options

Filed under...

Get free delivery, exclusive deals, and more*

Buy Now, Pay Later with:

Author Biography:

Get free delivery, exclusive deals, and more^*