Sculpture Processes and Principles
Sculpture Processes and Principles by Rudolf Wittkower, published by Penguin Books in 1991, offers an insightful exploration of the evolution of sculpture through the ages. This edition, comprising 288 pages, examines the connections and distinctions among sculptors from Archaic Greece to the modern era, featuring renowned figures such as Michelangelo, Cellini, Bernini, Rodin, Brancusi, and Henry Moore. Through a detailed analysis of their working methods and techniques, Wittkower reveals the artistic ideas that shaped their creations.
Readers will find a rich visual experience enhanced by over 180 photographs that illustrate the discussed sculptors and their works. The book delves into the principles of sculpture and architecture, providing a comprehensive understanding of the artistic processes involved. By uncovering the convictions of these masters, Wittkower opens new avenues for spectators to appreciate and engage with the art of sculpture and installation. This examination not only highlights historical contexts but also invites reflection on the enduring impact of these artists on contemporary practices.
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With the aid of over 180 photographs, this book studies what unites and separates sculptors across the centuries. It looks at the masters of Archaic Greece, the Middle Ages, through the great names of Michelangelo, Cellini and Bernini to Rodin, Brancusi and Henry Moore. By studying their working methods and techniques, the author discloses their artistic ideas and convictions, thereby opening up new avenues of approach for the spectator.
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