With the arrival of autumn and the crispness in the air, literary editor Jacqueline Riding presents a delightful selection of art books that are bound to spark your creative spirit.
Here’s a preview of some intriguing titles that are set to hit bookstores soon.
Spotlight on Upcoming Releases
- Sequoia Miller, Magdalene Odundo: A Dialogue with Objects
Gardiner Museum/Princeton, 112 pages, 63 illustrations, $49.95/£42 (HB), Available: September 10
This engaging publication anticipates an exhibition at the Gardiner Museum in Toronto, celebrating the extraordinary work of British ceramic artist Magdalene Odundo.
Blending classical inspirations with ethnographic influences, Odundo crafts pieces that eloquently express the nuanced layers of postcolonial narratives.
- Susan Owens, The Story of Drawing: An Alternative History of Art
Yale, 256 pages, 100 color and black-and-white illustrations, £25 (HB), Available: September 10
In her enlightening book, Susan Owens takes readers on a journey through art history with a special focus on drawing.
This foundational and accessible form of expression has evolved significantly over time, and Owens’s narrative, from prehistoric creations to contemporary masterpieces, captures the essence of this versatile medium.
- Maria McLintock (Ed.), Tim Burton: Designing Worlds
Design Museum, 368 pages, 250 color illustrations, £29.95 (PB), Available: October 25
This captivating volume coincides with an exhibition devoted to the imaginative filmmaker Tim Burton.
It showcases his drawings, paintings, sketchbooks, and sculptures, offering a unique exploration of the links between his cinematic innovations and design artistry.
Here, readers can delve into the depth of Burton’s creative landscape.
- Diana Seave Greenwald (Ed.), Manet: A Model Family
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum/Princeton, 224 pages, 122 color and black-and-white illustrations, $49.95/£42 (HB), Available: October 29
This groundbreaking book investigates the intricate familial dynamics that influenced Édouard Manet’s work.
Accompanying a related exhibition, it highlights how the relationships within his family significantly shaped his perspective as an artist, ultimately affecting his renowned creations.
- Juliet Carey and Abigail Green (Ed.), Jewish Country Houses
Profile, 320 pages, 300 color illustrations, £45 (HB), Available: November 7
Step into the captivating realm of Jewish Country Houses through this beautifully illustrated volume.
Ranging from Waddesdon Manor to Villa Tugendhat, the book offers fresh insights into the architecture, relationships, and treasures defining these historic residences, all brought to life with stunning photography by Hélène Binet.
Engagement & Exploration
These remarkable art books, poised for release, promise not just to inform but to ignite creativity in readers.
Dive in and enjoy the journey!
Source: Theartnewspaper