|
|
|
|
||
|
HELP | |
|
On Order $45.00
New Trade Paper
Currently out of stock.
This title in other formats:Secret Knowledge: Rediscovering the Lost Techniques of the Old Mastersby David Hockney
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Recently, David Hockney, often described as the world's most popular artist, has made headlines not with his own work but with his sensational and controversial theories about how some of Western art's famous masterpieces — paintings by artists such as da Vinci, Caravaggio, Velazquez, and Van Eyck — were actually created. A chance observation of a drawing in London's National Gallery led Hockney to ask, How was this done? His answer led to fascinating insights into the history of art: that many of the world's most revered artists used mirrors and various optical devices — such as the camera obscura — to project images onto their canvasses and then traced the scenes. Hockney's radical speculations have prompted both astonishment and outrage from prominent art historians and museum directors worldwide. The debate aside, Secret Knowledge offers readers the exhilarating opportunity to see the Old Masters afresh — through the eyes of a living master. In Secret Knowledge, hundreds of paintings are reproduced in stunning color plates, and many are discussed in close and accessible detail. Hockney's own drawings and photographs illustrate how artists would have used the technology available to them in rendering their subjects. Extracts from historical and modern documents provide further evidence while correspondence between Hockney and an impressive array of international art historians, curators, and scientists details both the evolution of his theory and the furor that has erupted over it. Review:When looking at pictures, one can have no more stimulating and provocative companion than Hockney. (The Times Literary Supplement, London) Synopsis:Taking a look at the techniques of the Old Masters, hundreds of paintings are reproduced to show how artists would have used the technology available to them in rendering their subjects. 400 color illustrations.
Synopsis:David Hockney's controversial book, now revised in paperback with thirty-two new pages of evidence Join one of the most influential artists of our time as he investigates the painting techniques of the Old Masters. Hockney's extensive research led him to conclude that artists such as Caravaggio, Velzquez, da Vinci, and other hyperrealists actually used optics and lenses to create their masterpieces. In this passionate yet pithy book, Hockney takes readers on a journey of discovery as he builds a case that mirrors and lenses were used by the great masters to create their highly detailed and realistic paintings and drawings. Hundreds of the best-known and best-loved paintings are reproduced alongside his straightforward analysis. Hockney also includes his own photographs and drawings to illustrate techniques used to capture such accurate likenesses. Extracts from historical and modern documents and correspondence with experts from around the world further illuminate this thought-provoking book that will forever change how the world looks at art. Secret Knowledge will open your eyes to how we perceive the world and how we choose to represent it. About the AuthorDavid Hockney is among the most critically acclaimed artists of our time. He has produced influential and innovative work in almost every mediumpainting, drawing, stage design, photography, and printmaking. What Our Readers Are SayingAdd a comment for a chance to win!
Average customer rating based on 1 comment: | |||||||||
|
| ||||||||||
|
||||||||||
Don't Miss
