First Influence Art Treasury -- World Masterpieces of Landscape Painting (After the Mid-19th Century)

Author: Editorial Committee of "The Art Treasury of First Influence"
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Publishing Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Western landscape painting, since the 14th century Renaissance, has evolved through Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, and 20th-century modernism, showcasing a trajectory rooted in humanism and a rich, complex artistic landscape, with countless masterpieces from renowned artists throughout history. For example, Levitan's "Spring Flood" captures the essence of Russian spring with exquisite light and color; Monet's "Water Lily Pond: Green Harmony" is celebrated as the "Sistine Chapel of Impressionism"; while Matisse's "Luxembourg Gardens"s the viewer's soul with bold and unrestrained colors. This book selects timeless landscape works from the mid-19th century onwards, each accompanied by information such as the artist's name, country of origin, subject matter, medium, dimensions, technique, collector, and influence index, making it invaluable. The album features innovative design, exquisite text, and an introductory section titled "Getting Closer to Western Painting," which provides readers with knowledge about Western oil painting, appreciation, and collection, as well as how to use this book.