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Book Synopsis: Mixed from egg whites and vegetable tints, water and soot, oils and rare minerals and applied to bone, wood, metal and canvas, the plastic and expressive properties of paint have stirred artists and their admirers throughout history. The holdings of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston have grown into a formidable appraisal of one of humankind's oldest and most diverse forms of artistic expression--from its first acquisition, Washington Allston's "Elijah in the Desert" (1818), to recently acquired works by Edgar Degas, Georgia O'Keeffe and Takashi Murakami--and now constitutes one of America's largest permanent collections. The first version of Masterpieces has long been a favorite among museum-goers and art lovers. This new edition expands on the scope of the old, adding new acquisitions and featuring 150 master works by artists from Asia, Europe and the Americas--from delicate Song-dynasty handscrolls to jewel-like images of medieval piety, scenes of mythic drama, austere still lifes, sensitive portraits, grand landscapes and jarring Modern visions. Featuring artists such as Rembrandt, El Greco, Copley, Monet, Sargent and Picasso, anonymous masters of medieval Europe and Asia and living artists of uncompromising vision such as Gerhard Richter and David Hockney, this book is a celebration of the possibilities of paint.
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Get ready to immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring world of art with Masterpieces: Great Paintings of the World in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. This captivating book showcases the immense power of paint, from its humble beginnings to its groundbreaking modern forms. With its stunning collection, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston has curated a remarkable tribute to artistic expression throughout the ages.
Step into a world of beauty and creativity as you explore the masterpieces held within the museum's walls. From the first acquisition, Washington Allston's "Elijah in the Desert," to the latest additions by renowned artists like Edgar Degas, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Takashi Murakami, this collection boasts some of the most significant paintings in American history.
Delve deeper into the world of art with this new edition of Masterpieces. With an expanded scope and 150 awe-inspiring works from Asia, Europe, and the Americas, this book captures the essence of diverse artistic traditions. You'll encounter a mesmerizing array of art, from exquisite Song-dynasty handscrolls to medieval images of piety, from mythic dramas to austere still lifes, from sensitive portraits to grand landscapes and jarring Modern visions.
Prepare to be captivated by the brilliance of renowned artists like Rembrandt, El Greco, Monet, Sargent, and Picasso. Marvel at the anonymous masters of medieval Europe and Asia, and be inspired by living artists of unwavering vision, such as Gerhard Richter and David Hockney. With each turn of the page, you'll witness the limitless possibilities of paint, offering a window into the boundless world of human imagination.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary celebration of art. Experience the power and glory of Masterpieces: Great Paintings of the World in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston for yourself. Click here to order your copy today and embark on a breathtaking journey across centuries of artistic mastery.
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