The Birth of a Masterpiece

Author: I. Dolgopolov
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Publish Date: 2001-10-01
Features: With passion-filled and elegant penmanship, the author guides us into the of art, into the inner world of masters, sharing their exhilaration at moments of inspiration, and experiencing the birth process of each masterpiece. Currently, there are numerous books introducing painters worldwide, but few are written in a fresh and distinctive literary style, employing concise, lively, and witty artistic language to depict the anecdotes of painters. Therefore, the renowned Soviet writer Valentin Kornevnikov commented on this book as "a truly unique work." The author of this book is a celebrated honored artist from Russia, and when published in Russia, it received rave reviews. It introduces 19 art masters, from Botticelli and Titian to Goya, Van Gogh, and Repin, among others. It overcomes the shortcomings of many books—either empty or detached from the essence of art—and has become the best commentary on the birth of masterpieces.