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Book Synopsis: A revelatory new volume on the American modernist's lesser-known works on paper, reuniting many serial works for the first timeRecalling a charcoal she made in 1916, Georgia O'Keeffe later wrote, “I have made this drawing several times—never remembering that I had made it before—and not knowing where the idea came from.” These drawings, and the majority of O’Keeffe’s works in charcoal, watercolor, pastel and graphite, belong to series in which she develops and transforms motifs that lie between observation and abstraction. In the formative years of 1915 to 1918, she made as many works on paper as she would in the next 40 years, producing sequences in watercolor of abstract lines, organic landscapes and nudes, along with charcoal drawings she would group according to the designation “specials.” While her practice turned increasingly toward canvas in subsequent decades, important series on paper reappeared—including charcoal flowers of the 1930s, portraits of the 1940s and aerial views of the 1950s.
Published in conjunction with an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art, New York, this richly illustrated volume highlights the drawings of an artist better known as a painter, and reunites individual sheets with their contextual series to illuminate O’Keeffe’s persistently sequential practice.
Born in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, Georgia O’Keeffe (1887–1986) first received critical attention when her breakthrough charcoal drawings were exhibited in New York in 1916. Two years later, she moved to the city to work full time on her art. Beginning in 1929, O’Keeffe spent summers in New Mexico, where she would relocate in 1949. The most famous female artist of her age, she thought of herself not as “the best woman painter” but as “one of the best painters.”
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Discover the hidden world of Georgia O'Keeffe's lesser-known works on paper with "To See Takes Time." This revelatory new volume unveils the artist's captivating creations that have been long overshadowed by her renowned paintings. From charcoal sketches to delicate watercolors and intricate graphite drawings, O'Keeffe's mastery shines through each stroke.
Delve into the captivating series of works that O'Keeffe dedicated herself to during the formative years of 1915 to 1918. She produced an astonishing number of works on paper during this time, experimenting with abstract lines, organic landscapes, and thought-provoking nudes. These series provide a unique glimpse into O'Keeffe's artistic evolution, straddling the line between observation and abstraction.
Uncover the intricate beauty of O'Keeffe's charcoal flowers from the 1930s, her expressive portraits of the 1940s, and her captivating aerial views of the 1950s. This richly illustrated volume, published in conjunction with the Museum of Modern Art, New York exhibition, showcases O'Keeffe's drawings in all their glory. Reunited with their respective series, the individual sheets offer a deeper understanding of O'Keeffe's persistently sequential artistic practice.
From her humble origins in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, to her rise as the most famous female artist of her time, O'Keeffe's journey is as awe-inspiring as her creations. Immerse yourself in the world of a true artistic pioneer who broke boundaries and left an indelible mark on the art world. "To See Takes Time" is a must-have for art enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone seeking to uncover the hidden gems of O'Keeffe's extraordinary career.
Don't miss your chance to experience Georgia O'Keeffe's groundbreaking works on paper. Explore her rarely seen masterpieces and delve into her fascinating artistic process by ordering your copy of "To See Takes Time" today! Order Now
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