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100 1 _aWieland, Anna Maria.
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245 1 0 _aFrancis Bacon /
_cAnna Maria Wieland ; [translated by Michael Robinson ; editor: Chris Murray].
260 _aMunich ;
_aNew York :
_bPrestel,
_cc2009.
300 _a128 p. :
_bill. (some col.) ;
_c24 cm.
490 1 _aLiving art
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references.
505 0 _aContext : 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.
520 _aThis 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.
600 1 0 _aBacon, Francis,
_d1909-1992.
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776 0 8 _iOnline version:
_aWieland, Anna Maria.
_tFrancis Bacon.
_dMunich ; New York : Prestel, c2009
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