Anni and Josef Albers: Art and Life

This exhibition catalog showcases the artistic achievements of Josef and Anni Albers, two pioneers of twentieth-century modernism. It features over two hundred and fifty works, including paintings, photographs, drawings, textiles, and furniture, and explores their creative development, professional partnership, and influence on art. The book includes contributions from experts and essays on various topics, such as their meeting at the Bauhaus School, their time at Black Mountain College, and their lasting contributions to color theory and abstract art.

Format: Hardback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 05 September 2023
Publisher: Prestel

This career-spanning exhibition catalog showcases the remarkable artistic accomplishments of two of the most influential pioneers of twentieth-century modernism. With over two hundred and fifty works, including paintings, photographs, drawings, textiles, and furniture, this essential volume traces the creative development of Josef and Anni Albers, both instrumental figures in the evolution of modernism and abstract art. Illustrated extensively throughout, this book features contributions from renowned experts in chapters exploring the couple's relationship and significant aspects of their professional partnership, including their meeting at the Bauhaus School and their influential years at Black Mountain College in North Carolina. Extensive essays examine topics such as the influence of Pre-Colombian art, Josef's masterwork Homage to the Square, Anni's jewelry and works on paper, Josef's renowned classes at Yale University, and Anni's years as a graphic designer after her husband's death. Both artists are celebrated for their enduring achievements in their respective fields, Josef for his color theory classes at Yale, Anni for her innovative use of unconventional materials. Readers will gain a deep appreciation for the Albers' experimentation, innovation, collaboration, teamwork, dedication to education and mentorship, and the many ways their work challenged conventions and pushed the boundaries of artistic expression.

Weight: 1762g
Dimension: 295 x 245 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783791379975