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Book Synopsis: Cats, cats, and more cats! Expressive or aloof, affectionate or enigmatic, cats have complicated characters that make them compelling artists' muses. Artful Cats explores the quirky and charming relationships of artists with their cats in 130 rarely seen photos, paintings, sketches, manuscripts, and letters from the Archives of American Art. Jasper Johns, Frank Stella, Louise Nevelson, Marcel Breuer, Yves Tanguy, Georgia O'Keeffe, Edward Weston, Robert Indiana, Judy Chicago, Berenice Abbott, and Romare Bearden show off their artful cats, which appear as companions, inspirations, instigators, and often regents of the home or studio. The images, culled from the archive's extensive holdings from the nineteenth century through today, celebrate our cultural heritage through our enduring fascination, love, and bemusement with our feline familiars. A foreword by Kate Haw, director of the Archives of American Art, describes how these archival treasures provide a window on unexpected and personal details of celebrated artists' lives and work.
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Are you a cat lover looking for a unique and captivating book to add to your collection? Look no further than Artful Cats: Discoveries from the Smithsonian’s Archives of American Art. This extraordinary book takes you on a journey through the fascinating relationships between artists and their beloved feline companions. From expressive to enigmatic, cats have long been an inspiration to artists, and this book captures that bond in 130 rarely seen photos, paintings, sketches, manuscripts, and letters. Experience the quirky and charming world of artful cats and discover how they have influenced some of the greatest artists of our time.
Featuring renowned artists such as Jasper Johns, Frank Stella, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Robert Indiana, Artful Cats delves into the intriguing and sometimes mysterious connections between these creative geniuses and their feline muses. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply appreciate the charm of cats, this book offers a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the cultural heritage of our feline familiars.
With a foreword by Kate Haw, director of the Archives of American Art, Artful Cats not only showcases exquisite artwork but also provides a deeper understanding of the personal lives and creative processes of celebrated artists. These archival treasures offer a unique window into the unexpected moments and inspirations that shaped their works.
Don't miss out on this captivating exploration of art and cats. Order your copy of Artful Cats: Discoveries from the Smithsonian’s Archives of American Art today and embark on a delightful journey into the world of feline-inspired creativity.
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