Экспрессионизм | Expressionism

Expressionism

Norbert Wolf, 2015, Basic Art

Overview

Expressionism, a pivotal 20th-century art movement, is characterized by sharp angles, unusual forms, intense colors, and distorted perspectives. This movement prioritized emotional experience over objective reality, finding particular resonance in Germany and Austria but influencing art internationally. Key groups like Die Brücke and Der Blaue Reiter, alongside artists such as Wassily Kandinsky and Egon Schiele, rejected Impressionism's focus on the external world to convey a raw, visceral experience of life. Their works are imbued with emotive force, achieved through non-naturalistic palettes, loose brushwork, and thick textures, seeking deep authenticity.

Who it's for

• Art history enthusiasts interested in early 20th-century movements.
• Readers exploring the development of modern art.
• Individuals interested in the emotional impact of art.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Hardcover
• Publisher: Taschen
• Series: Basic Art
• Pages: 96
• Year: 2015
• ISBN: 9783836505284