Walter Sickert

Walter Sickert was a influential artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his innovative approach to everyday life, radical compositions, and evocation of the materiality of existence in paint. This book explores his changing nature of work, from impressionistic to pioneering use of photography, and his return to locations and subjects, including self-portraits. His imagination was fuelled by news and current events, popular culture, and celebrity.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 22 April 2022
Publisher: Tate Publishing

Walter Sickert, a prominent artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, left an indelible mark on the art world. As an apprentice of Whistler and a close associate of Degas, he delved into the works of French artists of his time, profoundly influencing many British painters to this day. This captivating book delves into Sickert's revolutionary approach to depicting everyday life, characterized by innovative compositions and a profound evocation of the materiality of existence through his paintings. It explores the evolution of his artistic style, from his impressionistic beginnings in the 1880s to his pioneering use of photography in the 1930s. Furthermore, it delves into his recurring fascination with specific locations and subjects, including his introspective self-portraits. Sickert's inspiration was drawn from a diverse range of sources, including news and current events such as the Camden Town Murders and newspaper photography, as well as popular culture elements such as music halls, theater, cinema, and celebrity. The book features over 200 stunning images from the exhibition, accompanied by a comprehensive array of essays by scholars and reflections on Sickert's enduring relevance and influence by a selection of contemporary painters, including Kaye Donachie and Somaya Critchlow.

Dimension: 275 x 230 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781849768214