This original book explores the thinking behind Brown's murals in Manchester Town Hall. It argues that Brown was the most innovative artist in Victorian Britain and that he used this public commission to contest the liberal model of British history favoured by the Manchester Corporation. -- .
Born in 1909, Francis Bacon is unique amongst his generation of artists as he independently choose Hitler, Nazi Germany and Fascist propaganda to be one of the most influential sources for his practice. This study addresses the question of how and why he appropriated the photographs and documentation of Fascist imagery to his own expressive ends.
Feminist icon, symbol of Mexican culture, political activist, groundbreaking artist: discover the many facets of Frida Kahlo, who transformed the afflictions of her life into unremittingly powerful paintings. In this introduction, Kahlo's body of bold, arresting works are presented alongside her turbulent life to shed light on the audacious face glaring defiantly from her self-portraits.
This miniature biography, with text by a leading art historian, transforms into a 3D work of art by folding the pages back so you can display this great artist's work in your home.
Now regarded as a feminist and LGBT icon, as well as a key artist during the twentieth century, this calendar celebrates Frida Kahlo's life showcasing her beautiful portraits and paintings. Informative text accompanies each work and the datepad features previous and next month’s views. Printed on FSC-certified paper, with plastic-free packaging.
Frida Kahlo at Home explores the influence of Mexican culture and tradition, La Casa Azul and other places Frida Kahlo called home, on her life and work.
Now regarded as a feminist and LGBT icon, as well as a key artist during the twentieth century, this calendar celebrates Frida Kahlo's life with beautiful portraits. Informative text accompanies each work and the datepad features previous and next months views. Printed on FSC-certified paper, with plastic-free packaging.
Now regarded as a feminist and LGBT icon, as well as a key artist during the twentieth century, this calendar celebrates Frida Kahlo’s life with beautiful portraits. The datepad features previous and next months views. Printed on FSC-certified paper, with plastic-free packaging.