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At the center of this volume are the Neue Sachlichkeit (New Objectivity) artists—Otto Dix, George Grosz and Albert Renger-Patzsch—and the groundbreaking photographer August Sander, in particular his famed series People of the 20th Century, which portrayed both prominent and anonymous Germans from all parts of society in a simple and matter-of-fact pictorial style. Sander and the Neue Sachlichkeit artists both pursued an anti-Expressionist aesthetic, embracing social engagement and a rejection of romantic idealism. The Cold Gaze also looks at the extraordinary writers associated with the Weimar Republic, such as Vicki Baum, Bertolt Brecht, Alfred Döblin, Hans Fallada, Erich Kästner and Christopher Isherwood. Further points of focus by a range of contributing writers include Germany's Americanization during this period; Marcel Breuer's innovations in furniture design; the invention and ascent of the Futura font; the Weimar cult of technology; and much more.
This richly illustrated catalog unfolds a period that was at once euphoric and harsh, an extraordinary moment in modernity birthed in the shadows between two world wars.
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Discover the captivating world of Germany in the 1920s with Cold Gaze: Germany in the 1920s Book. Immerse yourself in the roaring art and culture of the Weimar Republic, a time of social change and artistic revolution. This volume takes you on a sweeping journey through this pivotal era, centering around the influential artists of Neue Sachlichkeit and the remarkable photographer August Sander.
Experience the Neue Sachlichkeit movement and its embodiment of anti-Expressionist aesthetics. Artists such as Otto Dix, George Grosz, and Albert Renger-Patzsch rejected romantic idealism and embraced social engagement. Savor the groundbreaking photography of August Sander, who captured the essence of German society in his iconic series People of the 20th Century.
The Cold Gaze also delves into the literary brilliance of the Weimar Republic. Explore the works of acclaimed writers like Vicki Baum, Bertolt Brecht, and Alfred Döblin. Experience the vibrant cultural scene through the eyes of Hans Fallada, Erich Kästner, and Christopher Isherwood. This extraordinary catalog brings together diverse perspectives, revealing the dichotomy of an era marked by both euphoria and harshness.
Embark on a journey into the heart of the Weimar Republic with Cold Gaze: Germany in the 1920s Book. Click here to order now and uncover the captivating world of art, literature, and culture.
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