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Book Synopsis: An unprecedented look at the little-known paintings from Louise Bourgeois’s early years in New York that laid the groundwork for her sculptural practice “The catalog Louise Bourgeois: Paintings, and the revelatory exhibition, . . . were overseen by Clare Davies, who has commissioned an insightful essay from the art historian Briony Fer. But there’s another bonus: Beyond the paintings in the show, the catalog reproduces around 25 more, meaning that three-quarters of Bourgeois’s contribution to modern painting can now be seen in one place.”—Roberta Smith, New York Times, “Best Art Books of 2022”
Louise Bourgeois (1911–2010) is celebrated today for her sculptures. Less known are the paintings she produced between her arrival in New York in 1938 and her turn to three-dimensional media in 1949. Crucial to her artistic practice, these early works—the focus of this groundbreaking publication—show how Bourgeois evolved her deeply personal artistic lexicon, and how the themes and motifs she explored in her paintings coalesced into symbols of her sculptural practice. Informed by new archival research and the artist’s extensive diaries, Louise Bourgeois: Paintings explores Bourgeois’s relationship to the New York art world of the 1940s and her development of a unique pictorial language, adding a key element to our understanding of this crucial artist’s career.
Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University Press
Exhibition Schedule:
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (April 11–August 7, 2022)
New Orleans Museum of Art (September 8, 2022–January 8, 2023)
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Discover the hidden treasures of one of the art world's most iconic figures with Louise Bourgeois: Paintings Book. This groundbreaking publication offers a rare glimpse into the early years of Louise Bourgeois's artistic journey and the little-known paintings that laid the foundation for her renowned sculptural practice. Unearthed from archives and documented in Bourgeois's extensive diaries, these works provide an invaluable insight into the evolution of her deeply personal artistic lexicon.
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Bourgeois's unique pictorial language, where themes and motifs from her paintings come alive as the symbols that defined her sculptural masterpieces. With over 25 additional reproductions beyond the exhibition, this catalog is a true collector's item, offering an unparalleled opportunity to witness three-quarters of Bourgeois's remarkable contribution to modern painting in one place.
Edited by Clare Davies and featuring an incisive essay by esteemed art historian Briony Fer, this definitive volume is a testament to Bourgeois's groundbreaking talent. The critically acclaimed Louise Bourgeois: Paintings book has been featured and recommended by The New York Times as one of the "Best Art Books of 2022". Now, it's your turn to delve into the world of this extraordinary artist and gain a new level of understanding of her career.
Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the lesser-known facets of Louise Bourgeois's artistic genius. Order your copy of Louise Bourgeois: Paintings today and uncover the secrets behind her iconic sculptures, as well as the incredible stories that her paintings tell. Take the next step in your artistic journey and experience the transformative power of Louise Bourgeois's masterful creations.
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