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Alice Neel: An Engaged Eye

Alice Neel: An Engaged Eye

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Alice Neel was a 20th-century portrait painter known for her vibrant, expressionistic works that explored social justice. This book highlights her political and social commitment to her art, featuring 60 paintings and drawings, and documents. Neel's work pushed boundaries of social justice, capturing those rejected by society, victims of social or gendered oppression, and homosexual couples. Her unflinching approach to the female body reclaimed the nude from the male gaze, and her activism resonates with viewers today.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 13 September 2021
Publisher: ACC Art Books


Alice Neel, a renowned portrait artist of the 20th century, pushed the boundaries of social justice through her vibrant and expressive paintings. Her work explored themes of loss, grief, and political activism, capturing the truth of humanity and the struggles of marginalized individuals. Neel's commitment to capturing the female body and reclaiming the nude from the male gaze was groundbreaking. This book, a definitive tome on her life and career, showcases her political and social commitment to her art, featuring over 60 paintings and drawings, as well as numerous documents. The retrospective spans from her early works in the 1920s to her final evocative self-portrait, providing a comprehensive view of her artistic journey.

Neel's portraits revealed a depth of emotion within her subjects, from those rejected by society to victims of social or gendered oppression. Her unflinching approach to the female body challenged traditional artistic conventions and resonated with viewers to this day. Her activism, inherent in her art, continues to inspire and empower.

Alice Neel's legacy as a portrait artist is profound, and this book serves as a testament to her talent and impact. It highlights her political and social commitment to her art, showcasing her ability to capture the essence of her subjects and leave a lasting impression on the world of art.

Weight: 1146g
Dimension: 237 x 289 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788841443

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