Bauhaus: Living Art - Softcover

Friedewald, Boris

Softcover

ISBN 10: 3791342002 ISBN 13: 9783791342009

Publisher: Prestel, 2009

Synopsis

This accessible introduction to the Bauhaus tells the story of a radical concept of artistic expression that would transcend the traditional boundaries of the arts. Written in an engaging journalistic style and featuring an innovative layout, the book sheds light on the unconventional lives of the people involved in the Bauhaus, examines the experimental teachings of the movement, and profiles its major figures. This new volume in the Living Art series gives an overview of the developments and ideas of the Bauhaus and offers new perspectives on the art and personalities of this important era. Including approximately 100 full-colour reproductions, this volume presents the historical context that fostered the movement and introduces readers to the major Bauhaus artworks and artists. A fascinating introduction for anyone interested in learning about this renowned movement, here is a book that is as readable as it is informative.

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This accessible introduction to the Bauhaus tells the story of a radical concept of artistic expression that would transcend the traditional boundaries of the arts. Written in an engaging journalistic style and featuring an innovative layout, the book sheds light on the unconventional lives of the people involved in the Bauhaus, examines the experimental teachings of the movement, and profiles its major figures.

About the Author:

Boris Friedewald studied art history, education, and theatre in Bochum and Berlin. From 2001 to 2003, he was responsible for the conception and direction of the stage workshops at the Bauhaus in Dessau. He has written numerous publications on stagecraft at the Bauhaus and has given many lectures on theatrical and art historical topics especially on performance and Bauhaus history.

About this edition

• Publisher: Prestel
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 3791342002
• ISBN 13: 9783791342009
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 128