Book cover for Kokoschka: Life and Work by Edith Hoffmann

Kokoschka

Life and Work

2012 Released
426 Pages
7-10 Hours
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Literary Licensing, LLCISBN 9781258485313

Kokoschka: Life And Work is a comprehensive book written by Edith Hoffmann that provides a detailed account of the life and artistic career of the Austrian painter, Oskar Kokoschka. The book is divided into several chapters that cover various aspects of Kokoschka's life, including his childhood, education, artistic development, and personal relationships.The author delves into Kokoschka's artistic style, which was characterized by bold brushwork, vivid colors, and emotionally charged subject matter. Hoffmann also examines the political and social climate in which Kokoschka lived and worked, including his experiences during World War I and his involvement with the Viennese avant-garde.The book features numerous illustrations of Kokoschka's paintings, drawings, and prints, providing readers with a visual representation of his artistic output. Hoffmann also includes photographs of Kokoschka and his contemporaries, as well as excerpts from his personal writings and correspondence.Overall, Kokoschka: Life And Work is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and art of Oskar Kokoschka, offering a comprehensive and insightful examination of his contributions to modern art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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