Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
260
Language
English
Published
Jan 16, 2010
Publisher
Ore Cultura Srl
ISBN-10
886413008X
ISBN-13
9788864130088
Description
Alexander S.C. Rower presents an insightful exploration of the visionary artist Alexander Calder, showcasing his diverse body of work that spans paintings, jewelry, and monumental sculptures. This comprehensive volume delves into the creativity and innovation that marked Calder's artistic journey, celebrating the unique aesthetics he brought to the world of modern art.
Rower, Calder’s grandson, offers a personal perspective, intertwining family anecdotes with a scholarly examination of his grandfather's artistic legacy. The book captures the spirit of Calder’s iconic mobiles and stabiles, illustrating how they transformed the landscapes of galleries and public spaces alike.
Readers are invited to discover not only the visual beauty of Calder's art but also the philosophical underpinnings that motivated his creations. This rich portrayal serves as a tribute to a master who reshaped the way art interacts with space and movement, ensuring Calder's works continue to inspire future generations.
Rower, Calder’s grandson, offers a personal perspective, intertwining family anecdotes with a scholarly examination of his grandfather's artistic legacy. The book captures the spirit of Calder’s iconic mobiles and stabiles, illustrating how they transformed the landscapes of galleries and public spaces alike.
Readers are invited to discover not only the visual beauty of Calder's art but also the philosophical underpinnings that motivated his creations. This rich portrayal serves as a tribute to a master who reshaped the way art interacts with space and movement, ensuring Calder's works continue to inspire future generations.