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Albers and Morandi: Never Finished

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Book Synopsis: An unprecedented catalogue exploring the formal and visual affinities and contrasts between Josef Albers and Giorgio Morandi—two of modern art’s greatest painters. Rarely seen together, the artworks of Josef Albers (1888–1976) and Giorgio Morandi (1890–1964) share many similarities. Although they never met, both artists worked in series as they explored difference and potential through their distinctive treatment of color, shape, form, and morphology. They were also both influenced by Cezanne. As master illusionists and experts in proportion, they tackled similar conceits from different perspectives. Albers focused on the effects of subtle or bold changes and interactions in color, while Morandi made still lifes that treat simple objects as a cast of characters on a stage, exploring their relationship in space.

Published on the occasion of the critically acclaimed exhibition Albers and Morandi: Never Finished at David Zwirner New York in 2021, the book illuminates the visual conversation between these two artists. With the exhibition hailed by The New Yorker’s Peter Schjeldahl as “one of the best … I’ve ever seen,” this publication brings this unusual, thought-provoking pairing to your home. Gorgeous reproductions are accompanied by a roundtable about form and color between the exhibition’s curator, David Leiber; Heinz Liesbrock, the director of the Josef Albers Museum Quadrat Bottrop; and Nicholas Fox Weber, the executive director of The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation, as well as an essay by Laura Mattioli, the Morandi expert and founder of the Center for Italian Modern Art.

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Experience the artistic brilliance of Josef Albers and Giorgio Morandi with the Albers and Morandi: Never Finished Book! This unprecedented catalogue delves into the captivating similarities and contrasts between these two legendary painters. Despite never meeting, Albers and Morandi shared a profound connection through their exploration of color, shape, and form. Now, you have the opportunity to uncover the visual conversation between them right in the comfort of your own home.

As you delve into the pages of this remarkable publication, you'll be mesmerized by the stunning reproductions of Albers and Morandi's artworks. Their masterful use of subtle or bold changes in color and their unique perspectives on proportion will transport you into a world of artistic wonder. Through detailed still lifes and captivating abstract compositions, these two artists will ignite your imagination and leave you awe-struck.

Accompanying the striking visuals is a thought-provoking roundtable discussion on form and color. Join the exhibition's curator, David Leiber; the director of the Josef Albers Museum Quadrat Bottrop, Heinz Liesbrock; and the executive director of The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation, Nicholas Fox Weber, as they provide invaluable insights into the artistic techniques and philosophies employed by Albers and Morandi.

Furthermore, this extraordinary book includes an enlightening essay by Laura Mattioli, the renowned Morandi expert and founder of the Center for Italian Modern Art. Her expertise brings a deep understanding of Morandi's work and sheds light on the profound impact he made on the art world.

Don't miss your chance to own this captivating exploration of art, inspiration, and imagination! Immerse yourself in the artistic journey of Josef Albers and Giorgio Morandi with the Albers and Morandi: Never Finished Book. Witness the unparalleled beauty and significance of their works, and gain a fresh perspective on the power of color and form in art.

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