Perfection in Form (English and Italian Edition)
Category: Books,Arts & Photography,Photography & Video
Perfection in Form (English and Italian Edition) Details
Aujourd'hui, Robert Mapplethorpe est définitivement reconnu comme un artiste de son temps, dont le travail était imprégné de tradition classique. Même son travail le plus transgressif était empreint des conventions des maîtres tels que Michel-Ange. Bien que séparés par les siècles, chaque artiste a façonné notre vision du monde. Ce livre explore la connexion des perspectives universitaires et esthétiques. Servant de catalogue pour l'exposition à la Galeria dell'Academia de Florence, ce volume illustre une des déclarations préférées de Mapplethorpe : comme Michel-Ange, il a recherché "la perfection dans la forme" dans tous les sujets, des nus aux portraits en passant par les fleurs et l'architecture.
Reviews
I've wanted to get a book with some of Mapplethorpe's work but have been hesitant because of the graphic nature of some of his images. However, I adored his nudes and his flowers especially. Then I stumbled across this book. It's exactly what I wanted! I get examples of his artwork without having to worry about some of his more outlandish images (which since I have small children isn't something I wanted accessible in my house.) I love his series based on Greek sculpture and perfection in form and this book has plenty of examples of that. It is an excellent addition to any photography collection, especially if you are more concerned about subject matter.
