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Book Synopsis: This highly anticipated, definitive publication documenting Robert Motherwell’s 1,413 known drawings is an essential resource for artists, scholars, collectors, and aficionados. Chosen by Brooklyn Rail as one of the “Ten Best Art Books of 2022”.
The drawings of Robert Motherwell (1915–1991) are critical to understanding his larger career, but they have been underexplored in scholarship. This long-awaited publication is the first comprehensive compilation of Motherwell’s drawings. During a career that lasted half a century, Motherwell, one of the preeminent artists of the Abstract Expressionist movement, created a large and varied body of work. He employed a broad range of imagery, inventing, refining, and reinventing his signature motifs. Drawing, which Motherwell described as “perhaps the only medium as fast as the mind itself,” was crucial to his output.
This two-volume catalogue raisonné includes works from private collections never before seen by the public, as well as works from public collections worldwide. The first volume explores the significance of drawing throughout Motherwell’s career and illuminates how his drawings both inform and are distinct from his work in other media; it also includes a detailed bibliography and exhibition history of the drawings. The second volume illustrates and thoroughly documents his 1,413 known drawings.
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Discover the extraordinary world of Robert Motherwell's drawings with our highly anticipated publication - Robert Motherwell Drawings: A Catalogue Raisonne. This comprehensive compilation of Motherwell's 1,413 known drawings is an essential resource for artists, scholars, collectors, and aficionados alike. Don't miss out on this definitive book that has been hailed as one of the "Ten Best Art Books of 2022" by Brooklyn Rail.
The drawings of Robert Motherwell, a key figure in the Abstract Expressionist movement, have long been underexplored in scholarship. Now, with this long-awaited publication, you'll have the opportunity to delve into the intricate and captivating world of his drawings. Motherwell's career spanned half a century, and his drawings played a crucial role in his artistic output. As he once said, drawing is "perhaps the only medium as fast as the mind itself."
Our two-volume catalogue raisonné not only showcases Motherwell's drawings from public collections worldwide but also features works from private collections never before seen by the public. With detailed illustrations and thorough documentation, you'll be able to immerse yourself in the significance of drawing throughout Motherwell's career and gain a deeper understanding of how his drawings inform and differentiate from his work in other media.
Whether you're an art enthusiast, a collector, or a scholar, Robert Motherwell Drawings: A Catalogue Raisonne is a must-have addition to your library. Don't miss your chance to explore the mind and artistic evolution of one of the preeminent artists of the Abstract Expressionist movement. Order your copy today and embark on a journey of discovery that will enrich your understanding of Motherwell's remarkable legacy.
Ready to dive into the captivating world of Robert Motherwell's drawings? Order your copy of Robert Motherwell Drawings: A Catalogue Raisonne now and be among the first to explore this essential resource!
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