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Masterpieces of Fantasy Art
Masterpieces of Fantasy Art
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With the release of Weird Tales magazine in 1923, fantasy art gained popularity, and it was revived in the 1960s with The Lord of the Rings, Conan the Barbarian, and fantasy psychedelia. In the 1970s, Dungeons & Dragons, Métal Hurlant, and the first Star Wars film contributed to its popularity. A new generation of fans discovered the genre through fantasy trading card games in the 1990s, leading to a massive interest in the art form today. TASCHEN's History of Fantasy Art, featuring original paintings, sketches, sculptures, calendars, magazines, and paperback books, is the most exquisite and informative guide to this popular subject.
Format: Hardback
Length: 532 pages
Publication date: 16 September 2020
Publisher: Taschen GmbH
Fantasy art, a vibrant fusion of myth, muscle, and alluring maidens, soared to prominence in 1923 with the launch of the iconic Weird Tales magazine. However, it experienced a renewed surge of energy in the 1960s, thanks to the captivating world of The Lord of the Rings, the thrilling adventures of Conan the Barbarian, and the psychedelic emergence of fantasy psychedelia. The 1970s marked a pivotal era for fantasy art, with the advent of the beloved role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons, the groundbreaking French magazine Métal Hurlant, and the groundbreaking Star Wars film. This decade witnessed a peak in the number of active artists, creating a rich tapestry of imaginative works.
In recent years, the market for Frank Frazetta's oil paintings has reached staggering heights, with some pieces fetching over $5 million. Fans eagerly line up at Comic-Cons to meet renowned fantasy artists such as Boris Vallejo, Rodney Matthews, Greg Hildebrandt, Michael Whelan, and Philippe Druillet, paying homage to the icons who have left an indelible mark on the genre. TASCHEN's History of Fantasy Art is a monumental tribute to this captivating art form, encompassing a vast array of artists and their remarkable contributions. This extraordinary tome features original paintings, accompanied by preparatory sketches, sculptures, calendars, magazines, and paperback books, providing an immersive journey into the world of fantasy. Insightful biographies delve beyond the confines of Wikipedia, offering a more accurate and enlightening perspective on the lives of each artist. With its tipped-in chapter openers, this collection stands as the ultimate guide to fantasy art, destined to reign as a cherished reference for years to come.
Weight: 7430g
Dimension: 332 x 476 x 70 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783836572101
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