Monet: The Essential Paintings

This boxed set features accordion-fold color reproductions of Monet's essential works, accompanied by a booklet with background and descriptions. It is arranged chronologically and discusses the evolution of his creativity, including his use of repetition and series, the decomposition of light and color, and the dissolution of forms. Packaged in an elegant slipcase, it reflects the beautiful artistry and timeless traditions embodied in the artworks.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2023
Publisher: Prestel

This exquisite boxed set showcases stunning accordion-fold color reproductions of Monet's essential works, accompanied by a separate booklet providing background and descriptions for each painting. Enthusiasts of Impressionism will be captivated by the generously sized accordion fold pages, which vividly bring Monet's representations of nature to life. Presented chronologically, this volume offers a comprehensive appreciation of Monet's remarkable career. Throughout his artistic journey, Monet relentlessly pursued the exploration of natural beauty, color, and light, always staying true to the essence of his sensations. From the meticulous transcription of landscapes in his early days to the expressive gestural drawings of his final water lilies at Giverny, this book allows us to trace and comprehend the evolution of his creativity. The themes of Monet's work, including the seashore, the Seine, gardens, and the seasons, are examined, as well as the techniques he employed, such as the intricate decomposition of light and color through brushstrokes, the repetition and series to capture atmospheric variations, and the gradual dissolution of forms, which positioned him as a pioneer of abstraction. Beautifully packaged in an elegant slipcase, this volume reflects the exquisite artistry and timeless traditions embodied in the artworks themselves.

Weight: 1356g
Dimension: 186 x 260 x 45 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783791379685