Art of the 20th century

Description

The 20th century was a revolutionary period in art history. In the span of a few short years, Modernism exploded into being, disrupting centuries of classical figurative tradition to create something entirely new. This astoundingly thorough survey of art's modern era showcases all of the key artistic movements of the 20th century, from Fauvism to Pop Art, featuring illustrative examples of some of the most renowned works of the era along with illuminating companion essays by expert critics and art historians. A vivid window into the collective psyche of the modern world's great artists, Art of the 20th Century is a must-have for any fan of contemporary art.

For many years, Dr Dorothea Eimert has led the Leopold Hoesch Museum in Duren, Germany. After studying art history, musicology, archaeology, and phonetics, she specialized in 20th century art. She published extensively on many subjects such as Expressionism, Futurism, New Objectivity, Concrete Art, Paper Art, and Contemporary Art.