Art Monographs
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Piet Mondrian (1872-1944) is universally recognized as one of the principle founders of 20th-century Abstract art. This important break with the past was the result of a long reflection on the Western, and particularly the Dutch, pictorial tradition, and of years of artistic asceticism marked by some singular paintings. After his experiments with Cubism, Mondrian founded Neo-Plasticism, formulating the principles that were to establish a highly personal style: a flat construction with right-angles, which enabled him to develop an oeuvre of surprising richness and diversity. This monograph looks at the career and output of this artist.
Fernand Leger (1881-1955) is one of the 20th century's most influential painters. He was associated with the Cubist movement, although he disagreed with the analytical method of the Cubists and supported the Section d'Or group's emphasis on movement and colour. This interest can be seen in Leger's early work while his later art focuses on industrial objects and landscapes. This volume presents a collection of Fernand Leger's most influential work - from the sharp draughtsmanship of his early years, to the aggressive, unidealized industrial forms of his later work. The text outlines the progression of the artist's career and assesses his impact on the history of modern art.