Kathe Kollwitz: Works in Color

Fecht, Tom; Wesinger, A.S.; Wood, R.H.

ISBN 10: 0805240535 / ISBN 13: 9780805240535

Published by Schoken Books, U.S., 1988

About this Item

4to. 112pp. Hardcover with price-clipped DJ. Copiously illustrated in colour and B/W. Lightly used copy. Clean, unmarked, and square.

Seller Inventory # 66445

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Kathe Kollwitz: Works in Color
• Publisher: Schoken Books, U.S.
• Publication Date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0805240535
• ISBN 13: 9780805240535
• Binding: Binding firm and intact
• Edition: 1st American edition.
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Art Monographs

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Synopsis

Profiles the work of the distinguished German-born artist that reveal her mastery of a wide range of themes, images, and techniques

Reviews

YA-- This beautifully presented book is a vivid account of Kollwitz' work transitions throughout her long life, with particular focus on her use of color. The detailed introduction as well as a biographical outline serve to give concise facts of her life and illustrate external influences which produced the mature work of this artist. She is famous for her drawing and purity of line and form, but perhaps even better known for her melancholic response to major themes of life. In 1922 she wrote in her diary "I have come to terms with the fact that my art serves causes, I intend to have an effect on these times in which human beings are so distraught and helpless." For students researching the modern history of Germany, as well as those studying modern and/or women artists, this artist's life and work would provide significant substance.
- Jenni Elliott, Episcopal High School, Bellaire, Tex.
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