Bonnard: Colour Library - Softcover

Bell, Julian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0714830526 ISBN 13: 9780714830520

Publisher: Phaidon Press, 1998

Synopsis

Bonnard is acknowledged as a master of modern art, following in the tradition of the Impressionists. He is best known as a painter of intimate, domestic interiors but he was also a highly accomplished draughtsman who produced a wealth of lithographs and drawings. This volume illustrates the full range of his output, from his early works inspired by Japanese prints, to the richly coloured works of his later years.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Pierre Bonnard (1867-1947) is acknowledged as one of the great masters of modern art, following in the tradition of the Impressionists. He is best known as a painter of intimate, domestic interiors but he was also a highly accomplished draughtsman who produced a wealth of lithographs and drawings. The book illustrates the full range of his output from his early works inspired by Japanese prints to the rich and dazzling works of his later years which have ensured his reputation as one of the twentieth century's great colourists. With its lavish illustrations this book provides an excellent introduction to a brilliant artist.

About the Author:

Julian Bell, grandson of the British artist Vanessa Bell, is a painter and writer. He regularly contributes to the Times Literary Supplement.

About this edition

• Publisher: Phaidon Press
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0714830526
• ISBN 13: 9780714830520
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128