Daumier
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling art history volume presents a comprehensive study of Honoré Daumier, the prolific 19th-century French artist renowned for his incisive social and political commentary. The narrative chronicles Daumier's career, illustrating his mastery across various mediums, from satirical lithographs to poignant paintings and sculptures. It uncovers the profound impact of his work on contemporary society, detailing how his art captured the essence of Parisian life and critiqued the era's injustices. Symmons argues for Daumier's enduring relevance, positioning him as a pivotal figure in the development of modern art. This authoritative text offers a vivid portrait of an artist whose vision continues to resonate.
Author: Sarah Symmons
Format: Hardback
Published: 1979, Oresko Books Ltd-London
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This compelling art history volume presents a comprehensive study of Honoré Daumier, the prolific 19th-century French artist renowned for his incisive social and political commentary. The narrative chronicles Daumier's career, illustrating his mastery across various mediums, from satirical lithographs to poignant paintings and sculptures. It uncovers the profound impact of his work on contemporary society, detailing how his art captured the essence of Parisian life and critiqued the era's injustices. Symmons argues for Daumier's enduring relevance, positioning him as a pivotal figure in the development of modern art. This authoritative text offers a vivid portrait of an artist whose vision continues to resonate.