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Mouse Muse: The Mouse in Art

Name: Mouse Muse: The Mouse in Art
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Book Synopsis: A beautifully designed introduction to art history by way of artworks that feature the mouse—from the ancient world to drawings by Picasso, Disney, and Art Spiegelman. Across centuries and civilizations, artists have used the mouse—the planet’s most common mammal after us—to illustrate our myths and beliefs. Mice have appeared as Japanese symbols of good luck or medieval emblems of evil, in Arab fables, Russian political satire and Nazi propaganda, as scientific tools and to help us challenge the way we see nature. With more than 80 rarely reproduced works—including paintings by Hieronymus Bosch and Gustav Klimt, a silkscreen by Andy Warhol, a print by Hokusai, a photograph by André Kertész, a sculpture by Claes Oldenburg, a video installation by Bruce Nauman, a performance by Joseph Beuys, and many more—Lorna Owen has created an engaging presentation of an extraordinary range. The pieces, which represent every period of visual art, are accompanied by Owen’s intriguing text about the story behind each work. She has combined her passion for art and her empathy for the unsung archetype of the animal kingdom to explain not only how or why the artist came to use the mouse as a subject, but how the art, in the end, reveals more about us than it could ever reveal about this humble creature.

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Introducing Mouse Muse: The Mouse in Art Book, a captivating journey through the history of art like you've never seen before. From ancient civilizations to modern masterpieces, this beautifully designed book explores the various ways artists have used the humble mouse to depict our myths, beliefs, and emotions. With more than 80 rarely reproduced works by renowned artists such as Picasso, Disney, and Art Spiegelman, you'll be transported to a world where the mouse takes center stage.

Discover the many roles the mouse has played throughout history - symbolizing good luck in Japanese culture, serving as medieval emblems of evil, and even appearing in political satire and propaganda. It's a fascinating exploration of how this common mammal has shaped our art and our perception of the world.

Prepare to be amazed as you encounter iconic pieces by Hieronymus Bosch, Gustav Klimt, Andy Warhol, Hokusai, and many more. Each artwork is accompanied by Lorna Owen's captivating storytelling, revealing the hidden tales and secrets behind these extraordinary creations. Owen's deep passion for art and her understanding of the unsung heroes of the animal kingdom will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the mouse as a subject.

Mouse Muse not only showcases the incredible range of artistic expressions, but also offers a glimpse into our own humanity. As you unravel the stories behind each work, you'll realize that the art reveals more about us as individuals and as a society than it does about the humble mouse. It's a thought-provoking experience that will leave you inspired and enlightened.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to embark on a visual adventure with Mouse Muse: The Mouse in Art Book. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of art history and discover the profound impact that this small creature has had on our collective imagination. Get your copy today and join the ranks of art enthusiasts who have been captivated by the power of the mouse.

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