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250 years after the painter's birth, this luxurious exhibition catalog offers glimpses into the mystery of Friedrich's largely posthumous popularity as well as the latest research into his training and techniques. Largely ignored during his lifetime, Caspar David Friedrich was a meticulous painter of emotionally evocative landscapes, often featuring solitary figures or groups of people against dramatic scenery. His work has inspired many artists to the present day, and this volume explores the role that Berlin's Nationalgalerie played in bringing Friedrich into the forefront of modern art history. It also shines a light on Friedrich's remarkable use of pairs in paintings-including his most famous pairing, Monk by the Sea and Abbey in the Oakwood-which he employed to express a range of different perspectives and the concept of change. Finally it examines the latest research into Friedrich's technique: his early training in Copenhagen; his sketches, preparatory drawings and underdrawings; and his unconventional selection and use of pigments. Throughout this monograph readers will find stunning reproductions of sixty paintings, including several iconic works, and fifty drawings-representing collections from around the world. Coupled with the latest research, they combine to offer a completely up-to-date appreciation of Friedrich's extraordinary talent and his unquestionable status as a pioneer of modern art. With contributions by Birgit Verwiebe, Johannes Grave, Hilmar Frank, Werner Busch, Anna Marie Pfäfflin, Gerd-Helge Vogel, Kristina Mösl, Ralph Gleis, Sintje Guericke.
"This book examines the art gallery at Cleveland House, known in the 19th century as the 'Louvre of London' due to its internationally-renowned collection of Old Master paintings. Through detailed analysis of a wide range of visual, material, textual and archival sources, the book presents the gallery as a methodological case study on the intersection of domesticity and the display of art, and the construction of the notion of 'public', 'private' and 'national' galleries in the period. The book is essential reading for researchers in Regency-era British art, museum studies, collecting studies, and the histories of interior decoration and design"--
Ein Weihnachts-Countdown der besonderen Art: Neunzehn junge Autor:innen haben sich Gedanken über die Liebe gemacht und vierundzwanzig Gedichte verfasst. So ist ein lyrischer Adventkalender entstanden, der das Herz in der kalten Jahreszeit erwärmt.
Die Studie vergleicht Theodor Fontane und Adolph Menzel anhand der These der interferierenden Bildwelten: Die Romane wie die Gemälde zeigen eine Abkehr von einer ontologisch stabil geglaubten und zentralperspektivisch bzw. auktorial erfassbaren Realität zugunsten einer dynamisch verfassten und individuell gebrochenen Verfahrensrealität. Passagen aus Irrungen, Wirrungen und Effi Briest und zwanzig Gemälde werden auf ihre Korrespondenzen im Hinblick auf die explizite Realisierung geschehensimmanenter Wahrnehmungs- und Vorstellungsprozesse untersucht. Mit der Figurenperspektive auf der literarischen Seite und der bildimmanente Betrachterperspektive auf der malerischen Seite rücken die inneren Bilder und imaginären Tiefenstrukturen der individuellen Wahrnehmungs- und Vorstellungsbezogenheit als ikonische Manifestation der dargestellten Wirklichkeit des Textes oder Gemäldes in den Fokus. Die aufgezeigte phänomenologische Dimension der Wirklichkeit macht eine Vielzahl soziokultureller bzw. mentalitäts-, sozial- und kulturgeschichtlicher Implikationen offensichtlich. Damit verweist die Studie auf Fontanes und Menzels komplexen Verklärungsrealismus, sie erweitert und vertieft die bekannte Fontane-Menzel-Beziehung.
Bist du bereit für eine emotionale Achterbahnfahrt der Liebe, des Herzschmerzes und der Transformation? Dann ist "Tiny thoughts" das Buch für dich!Diese Sammlung von kurzen, tiefgründigen Gedichten taucht tief ein in die Bereiche der Liebe, der gemütlichen Romantik, der dunklen Emotionen, der Heilung und des stärkenden Prozesses, Selbstliebe zu erlernen. Du wirst Worte finden, die dein Herz berühren, mit deinen Erfahrungen in Resonanz treten und deiner Seele Trost spenden werden. Mit jeder Seite, die du umblätterst, wirst du eine Vielzahl von Emotionen durch dich strömen fühlen - von herzerwärmenden Lächeln bis hin zu bittersüßen Tränen.Du wirst entdecken, dass selbst in den Tiefen des Herzschmerzes Platz für Wachstum und Transformation ist.Das feine Gleichgewicht zwischen Verletzlichkeit und Stärke wird dir klar werden, während du dich in diese nachdenklichen Verse vertiefst.
Die Göttliche Komödie von Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) gilt als größtes literarisches Werk der italienischen Sprache (vollendet 1321) und Meisterwerk der Weltliteratur. Das Opus beschreibt die Reise des Dichters durch Hölle und Fegefeuer in den Himmel, und auf einer tieferen Ebene den symbolischen Weg der Seele zu Gott.In seinen letzten Lebensjahren vollendete der Poet und Maler William Blake (1757-1827) 102 Illustrationen zu Dantes epischer Dichtung, die von Bleistiftskizzen bis hin zu fertigen Aquarellen reichen. Blake gelingt es, die visionäre Kraft von Dantes Sprache in Bilder zu übersetzen und in ihrer ganzen Spannbreite darzustellen: von den Qualen der Hölle bis zur Glückseligkeit des Paradieses, von grausamen Verstümmelungen der Verdammten bis hin zur göttlichen Schönheit der Erlösten. Wenngleich Blake dem Text Dantes treu blieb, brachte er seine eigene Betrachtungsweise zu zentralen Themen des Werkes ein.Heute befinden sich Blakes Zeichnungen in sieben verschiedenen Institutionen. Diese Ausgabe vereint sie wieder und stellt ihnen Schlüsselverse aus Dantes Werk zur Seite. Zwei Essays führen den Leser in das Werk von Dante und Blake ein. Wie groß der Einfluss der Göttlichen Komödie auf die Werke der bildenden Kunst war, zeigen Arbeiten von Sandro Botticelli, Michelangelo, Eugène Delacroix, Gustave Doré und Auguste Rodin.Alle Illustrationen werden ausführlich erläutert und dank zahlreicher faszinierender Ausschnittvergrößerungen kommt jedes noch so kleine Detail zur Geltung. Diese Begegnung von zwei der größten Künstler aller Zeiten ist überwältigend und wird in so universellen Themen wie Liebe, Schuld, Sühne, Rache und Erlösung anschaulich.
Adam Oehlenschägers beretning om et liv i guldalderens og romantikkens Europa. En forælling om en eventyrlig barndom på Frederiksberg Slot, om rejser i Napoleonstidens Europa og om møder med fyrster og forfattere, bl. a. Goethe, Madame Staël og Victor Hugo. Centralt står mødet med Henrik Steffens og tilblivelsen af "Guldhornene". Det hjemlige litterære liv er centreret om kredsen omkring Bakkehuset og Baggesen. Oehlenschläger skildrer tilblivelsen af sine værker, deres forudsætniger og deres varierende skæbne i kritikernes kløer. Han skildrer skuffelser og triumfer, ikke uden en vis forfængelig nærtagenhed. Vi følger hans sidste dage og timer og hans afsked med sine nærmeste.
The Enigmatic Queen: Cleopatra - The Untold Story Step into the captivating world of ancient Egypt and embark on a journey through the life and legacy of one of history's most iconic and enigmatic figures - Cleopatra. In this compelling and meticulously researched book, author Sahil A Gosalia presents a fresh perspective on Cleopatra, dispelling popular myths and misconceptions, and delving into the complexities of her character, her rise to power, her relationships, and her enduring legacy. Through vivid storytelling and scholarly analysis, "The Enigmatic Queen: Cleopatra - The Untold Story" unveils the remarkable life of Cleopatra, a powerful and intelligent woman who defied societal norms, wielded political power, and left an indelible mark on history. From her childhood in the royal courts of Egypt, to her rise to power as queen, her romances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, and her impact on women's history, this book provides a comprehensive and intriguing exploration of Cleopatra's life. The author's meticulous research and attention to detail bring Cleopatra's story to life, presenting a nuanced and captivating portrayal of this iconic queen. Readers will be drawn into the fascinating world of ancient Egypt, with its rich culture, politics, and intrigue, and gain insight into Cleopatra's intelligence, resourcefulness, and unwavering determination to protect her kingdom. "The Enigmatic Queen: Cleopatra - The Untold Story" also delves into the mystery surrounding Cleopatra's death, presenting various historical evidence and theories, and leaving readers pondering the possible causes and aftermath of her demise. Through its pages, readers will be captivated by Cleopatra's enigmatic persona, her defiance of traditional gender roles, and her trailblazing leadership as a female ruler in ancient times. This thought-provoking book is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, women's history, or the captivating story of an extraordinary queen who continues to intrigue and inspire us to this day. Discover the untold story of Cleopatra and unravel the mysteries of her life and legacy in this riveting and insightful account.
When the Enlightenment thinker Gotthold Ephraim Lessing wrote his treatise Laocoon: An Essay on the Limits of Painting and Poetry in 1766, he outlined the strengths and weaknesses of each art. Painting was assigned to the realm of space; poetry to the realm of time. Space and Time in Artistic Practice and Aesthetics explores how artists since the eighteenth century up to the present day have grappled with the consequences of Lessing's theory and those that it spawned. As the book reveals, many artists have been - and continue to be - influenced by Lessing-like theories, which have percolated into the art education and art criticism. Artists from Jean Raoux to Willem de Kooning and Frances Bacon, and art critics such as Clement Greenberg, have felt the weight of Lessing's theories in their modes of creation, whether consciously or not. Should we sound the death knell for the theories of Lessing and his kind? Or will conceptions of temporality, spatiality and artistic competition continue to unfold? This book - the first to consider how Lessing's writings connect to visual art's production - brings these questions to the fore.
From porcelain to betel leaves, Chumash hats to natural history cabinets, this book examines how objects embody imperialism, knowledge, and resistance in various ways. While every era witnesses change, the eighteenth century experienced artistic, economic, and demographic transformations that exerted unique pressures on material cultures around the world. Featuring ten essays from leading historians of British, Spanish, and West African art, this global survey brings a fresh approach to the study of eighteenth century material culture, foregrounding cultural connections, translation, and movement over static and rooted perspectives. Each chapter takes a diverse scholarly approach, identifying a specific historical example of early modern transnationalism, and engages with a number of dynamic fields of enquiry and practice, ranging from material culture and ecocriticism, through to global history and decolonization. Underpinned by case studies which feature objects and practices that span Asia, Europe, Australasia Africa and North America, the book expands beyond Eurocentric perspectives to discover the mobile, transcultural nature of eighteenth-century art worlds.Ranging from California to China, Bengal to Britain, this timely book illuminates the transformations within and between artistic media, follows natural and human-made things as they migrate across territories, and reveals how objects catalyzed change in the transoceanic worlds of the early modern period. Going beyond Eurocentric perspectives, it reveals the innate mobility and transculturality of eighteenth-century art worlds; charting new directions for global art history and cultural history of the period.
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Gothic literature refers to type of a fictional genre that first gained popularity in Europe during the late 1700s. It combines various elements such as horror, fiction and romance. Gothic literature arose as a form of dark romanticism and covered themes such as fear and self-destruction, lunacy, personal torment, the supernatural, and graphic morbidity. Majority of gothic stories are set in castles and usually either have a significant supernatural component or hint at a possible supernatural incident that is revealed later. Similar to other works in Romanticism, gothic literature focuses on extreme emotions with respect to the sublime. It also touches upon the theme of eventual decay and collapse of anything created by humans. This book presents the critical approaches to the study of gothic literature. It addresses the varied aspects of this branch of literature in a detailed manner. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language, and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.
Australian literature refers to the written body of work produced by the people of the Commonwealth of Australia. Some of the prominent themes explored in this body of literature are national identity, migration, Australia's unique location and aboriginality. Romanticism refers to a movement of musical, artistic, intellectual and literary works which began in Europe. It was characterized by a disbelief of industrialization and science, emphasis on individualism and emotion, idealization of nature and exaltation of the past with a strong inclination for the mediaeval over the classical. It was most strongly represented in the literature, visual arts and music and influenced social sciences, historiography, natural sciences and education. Romanticism in Australian literature focuses on intense emotions as way of aesthetic experience, and places emphasis on emotions like awe, horror, fear and terror. The topics included in this book on romanticism in contemporary Australian literature are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. For all readers who are interested in this branch of literature, this book will serve as an excellent guide to develop a comprehensive understanding.
The most extensive and up-to-date volume of essays on the Gothic mode in twentieth century culture. During the latter half of the twentieth century the Gothic emerged as one of the liveliest and most significant areas of academic inquiry within literary, film, and popular culture studies. This volume covers the key concepts and developments associated with Twentieth-Century Gothic, tracing the development of the mode from the fin de siècle to 9/11. The eighteen chapters reflect the interdisciplinary and ever-evolving nature of the Gothic, which, during the century, migrated from literature and drama to the cinema and television. The volume has both a chronological and thematic focus and particular attention is paid to topics and themes related to race, identity, marginality and technology. Chapters on ecogothic, Gothic Studies as a discipline, Medical Humanities, Queer Studies, African American Studies and Russian Gothic ensure that the collection is up-to-date and wide-ranging. Suggested further readings at the end of each chapter are intended to facilitate further independent research by readers and researchers. Sorcha Ní Fhlainn is Senior Lecturer in Film Studies and American Studies, and a founding member of the Manchester Centre for Gothic Studies, in the Department of English at Manchester Metropolitan University. Her recent books include Clive Barker: Dark Imaginer (2017) and Postmodern Vampires: Film, Fiction, and Popular Culture (2019). Bernice M. Murphy is an Associate Professor and Lecturer in Popular Literature at the School of English, Trinity College, Dublin. She has published extensively on topics related to Gothic and horror fiction and film. Her latest monograph is entitled The California Gothic in Fiction and Film.
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