- Réné Magritte is one of the most popular artists of the 20th century.
His work continues to be the object of many international exhibitions.-
Many books have been published on the artist, but this book presents an
accessible and complete introduction to his oeuvre and his life-
Includes a surprising mix of his emblematic paintings and lesser-known
worksMagritte in 400 images offers a selection of the most iconic
paintings from the master Surrealist, René Magritte, along with a
multitude of perhaps less well-known, but no less exciting jewels from
his expansive oeuvre. The novel choice of works will surprise and
delight the reader as they continue to uncover ever more facets of the
celebrated painter, from his gouaches to his painted bottles and much
more. Spanning seven chapters, this book brings together the myriad
aspects of Magritte's pictorial vision. Beginning with his first forays
into abstract painting in the 1920s, navigating his search for solace in
his Sunlit Period, as well as his brittle période vache and moving on to
his Surrealist masterpieces of the 1950s and 1960s, it gently guides the
reader through Magritte's world. Each chapter opens with a summary of
the artistic stakes at play during that period and Magritte's place in
them, immersing the reader in the contemporary artistic milieu. The 400
reproductions of Magritte's work are complemented by a unique selection
of historical photographs. Alive with images and information, this
compact gem is a must-have for all art enthusiasts and connoisseurs.
