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Edward Hopper: Portraits of America
Wieland Schmied
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Description for Edward Hopper: Portraits of America
Paperback. Now available again, this book is a penetrating exploration of the American realist painter Edward Hopper, who was able to capture the many moods of the nation he called home. Num Pages: 128 pages, 45 (27 in colour). BIC Classification: ACXD; AFC; AGB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 272 x 192 x 15. Weight in Grams: 588.
From his images of deserted small towns and solitary figures in empty offices to his cheerfully tranquil New England landscapes, Hopper's most famous compositions can be seen as products of a life spent observing human nature. Hopper's images evoke an enigmatic uncertainty, which speaks to the heart of the American experience. Hopper's talent for depicting multiple aspects of the post-war experience is the focus of this generously illustrated and engaging volume.
From his images of deserted small towns and solitary figures in empty offices to his cheerfully tranquil New England landscapes, Hopper's most famous compositions can be seen as products of a life spent observing human nature. Hopper's images evoke an enigmatic uncertainty, which speaks to the heart of the American experience. Hopper's talent for depicting multiple aspects of the post-war experience is the focus of this generously illustrated and engaging volume.
Product Details
Publisher
Prestel Germany
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
Munich, Germany
ISBN
9783791346137
SKU
V9783791346137
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Ref
99-19
About Wieland Schmied
WIELAND SCHMIED is Professor of Art History at the Academy of Fine Arts in Munich. He is the author of numerous books and articles on twentieth-century art.
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