From the author of Self-Portrait, her book about Lucian Freud, comes a collection of remarkable, imagined letters with Gwen John, an artist with whom Paul has always felt a close connection.
Looks at the ways in which artists have perceived, illustrated and used light since the C18th – Turner, Monet, James Turrell, Olafur Elliasson, Tacita Dean, etc.
Looks at Jane's contribution too in this extraordinary personal and creative partnership. SFC's earlier book To See Clearly: Why Ruskin Matters was excellent.
Jansen's unusual genius makes one think of Quixote and Leonardo: his huge kinetic sculptures that roam the flat beaches of Holland are extraordinary, wondrous beasts - winged, multi-limbed, ... read more
A very good copy of an outstanding study of the period. The book is in fine condition; the dust jacket shows some shelf wear and fading to spine, also a small 1cm nick at the tail. Illustrat... read more
From the library of Marguerite Littman.
First and only printing. Chinese yellow cloth, in grey cloth slipcase; in fine condition – a superb example. Contains 27 lithographs by David Hoc... read more
From the library of Marguerite Littman.
The edited conversations between Hockney and Nikos Stangos over the summer of 1975, with many colour plates and black and white illustrations. Firs... read more