" Morris Louis Now : An American Master Revisited " 1st Edition Abstract Expressionist Lithograph Print Hardcover Exhibition Art Book

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This " Morris Louis Now : An American Master Revisited " rare 2006 first edition Abstract Expressionist lithograph print hardcover … Read more This " Morris Louis Now : An American Master Revisited " rare 2006 first edition Abstract Expressionist lithograph print hardcover exhibition art book is a very special and unique book to add to your library collection.

The hardcover art book with black linen covered boars, cover and spine embossed titles, and dust jacket is published by The High Museum of Art, Atlanta and The Museum of Contemporary Art, San Diego. Printed and bound in Belgium in 2006 by Die Keure, on the occasion of the exhibition.

It features a monograph survey collection of the Abstract Expressionist artworks of the artist Morris Louis, with accompanied compelling text contributions by Jeffrey D. Grove, Michale E. Shapiro, Klaus Kertess, Alexander Nemerov, Shepard F. Steiner, and a chronology by Diane Upright. Book designer Angela J. Jaeger.

Morris Louis Bernstein ( 1912 - 1962 ) the Abstract Expressionist Modernist painter of Russian Jewish descent became one of the earliest exponents and leading figures in the 1950's of " Color Field " paintings, along with contemporaries Kenneth Noland and Helen Frankenthaler. He was one of the founding members of the Washington D.C> are painters known today as " The Washington Color School ".

In his short yet prolific career, Louis continually experimented with method and medium, manipulating large canvases in creative ways to control the flow and stain of his paints. His mature style, characterized by layered veils and rivulets of poured paint on untreated canvases, make his paintings some of the most iconic works of Mid Century Modern Color Field Painting. Artworks by Louis are included in the collections of many of the world's most prestigious museums.

" Morris Louis Now : An American Master Revisited " was the first major showing of the artist's work since the 1980's. The exhibition presented major paintings from the early 1950's until his death in late 1962, the years he developed his most innovative techniques of his signature style. The exhibit was organized by The High Museum of Art, Atlanta, in close collaboration with the artist's widow, Marcella Louis Brenner, and independent art scholar Diane Upright.

This special volume that accompanied the exhibition, both of which explore Louis' masterful career that contributed to a critical turning point in American Modern Art, and his influence on Contemporary practice and subsequent generations of painters.

The rare out of print 1st edition Abstract expressionist hardcover exhibition art book measures 12 1/8" W X 9 1/4" H X 1/2" D, with 136 pages. It is printed on premium paper stock featuring 68 offset lithograph print illustrations, including 59 in full color, and illustrated artist chronology, exhibition history, and bibliography are included.

It is in excellent " like new " clean condition consistent with age, very light signs of handling, and very light minor wear. Please see photos for condition reference. It is now being offered here for an excellent price. See less