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Books | American University in Dubai | American University in Dubai | Non-fiction | Main Collection | ND 497 .B16 W54 2009 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | 5066518 |
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ND 497 .B16 A4 2003 Francis Bacon and the tradition of art. | ND 497 .B16 D413 2004 Francis Bacon : the logic of sensation / | ND 497 .B16 S92 1988 The brutality of fact : interviews with Francis Bacon / | ND 497 .B16 W54 2009 Francis Bacon / | ND 497 .B254 B37 2012 Banksy : You are an acceptable level of threat and if you were not you would know about it / | ND 497 .B6 B42 1969 The art of William Blake. | ND 497 .B6 R32 1970 William Blake / |
Includes bibliographical references.
Context : a time of change -- Fame : "The greatest living painter" -- Art : the incomprehensible Human being -- Life : swimming against the stream -- Love : "There are only sexual obsessions." -- Bacon today : 7 Reece Mews reloaded.
This volume examines Irish-born artist Francis Bacon's (1909-1922) life and art displays the many facets that make his career so intriguing. Filled with personal photographs, quotations from the artist, and beautiful reproductions of his bold, austere and often grotesque paintings, this volume introduces readers to the various themes surrounding Bacon's life. The book explores topics such as his distinctive artistic style, his tumultuous and troubled life, the critical reception of his work, and his views of humanity as exemplified in his art. Written as a journalistic essay, this book is a fascinating introduction for anyone interested in learning about this acclaimed artist and his riveting artworks.
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