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O'Keeffe

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Book Synopsis: Georgia O’Keeffe (1887–1986) was a major figure in modern American art for some seven decades. Importantly, her fame was not associated with shifting art styles and trends, but rather with her own unique vision, based on finding essential and abstract forms in nature.

O’Keeffe’s primary subjects were landscapes, flowers, and bones, each explored in successive series over several years. Certain works went on for decades, producing 12 or more variations of an original image. Among these, O’Keeffe’s magnified pictures of calla lilies and irises are her most famous. Enlarging the tiniest petals to fill an entire canvas, O’Keeffe created a proto-abstract vocabulary of shapes and lines, earning her the moniker “mother of American modernism.” In 1946, O’Keeffe became the first female artist to be given a solo show at the MoMA in New York.

This introductory book from TASCHEN Basic Art 2.0 traces O’Keeffe’s long and luminous career through key paintings, contemporary photographs, and portraits taken by Alfred Stieglitz, to whom O’Keeffe was married. We follow the artist through her pioneering innovations, major breakthroughs, and her travels and inspirations in Southeast Asia, India, the Middle East, and, above all, New Mexico, where she was particularly inspired by the majestic landscapes, vivid colors and exotic vegetation.

About the series
Born back in 1985, the Basic Art Series has evolved into the best-selling art book collection ever published. Each book in TASCHEN’s Basic Art series features:
• a detailed chronological summary of the life and oeuvre of the artist, covering his or her cultural and historical importance
• a concise biography
• approximately 100 illustrations with explanatory captions
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Discover the extraordinary world of Georgia O'Keeffe with this captivating book from TASCHEN. O'Keeffe, a true visionary in American art, captured the essence of nature by finding essential and abstract forms in landscapes, flowers, and bones. Dive into her luminous career filled with innovative techniques and breathtaking masterpieces that have earned her the title of "mother of American modernism."

Get lost in the beauty of O'Keeffe's magnified pictures of calla lilies and irises, where each petal fills the entire canvas, creating a mesmerizing abstract vocabulary of shapes and lines. This introductory book takes you on a journey through O'Keeffe's groundbreaking art, featuring key paintings, contemporary photographs, and intimate portraits by Alfred Stieglitz, her partner and renowned photographer.

Immerse yourself in O'Keeffe's travels and inspirations from Southeast Asia to India, the Middle East, and the magnificent landscapes of New Mexico. Experience the vibrant colors, exotic vegetation, and the spiritual connection that O'Keeffe had with her surroundings. Through each brushstroke, O'Keeffe transported her viewers into a realm of beauty and profound meaning.

Don't miss out on this collector's edition from TASCHEN's Basic Art Series, the bestselling art book collection since 1985. This book offers a detailed chronological summary of O'Keeffe's life and oeuvre, showcasing her cultural and historical importance. With approximately 100 illustrations accompanied by captivating captions, this book is a must-have for art enthusiasts and lovers of O'Keeffe's work.

Experience the extraordinary talent and timeless legacy of Georgia O'Keeffe by immersing yourself in her world through the pages of this remarkable book. Order now to bring this treasure into your collection and be inspired by the genius of the "mother of American modernism."

Order now and uncover the beauty of O'Keeffe's art!

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