WINTER

ISBN: 1849766576

Author: McSwein, Kirsteen

Condition: New

Elegant gift book, celebrating the themes of the winter season through artA selection of the most beautiful, emotive, and amusing expressions of the winter season drawn from the Tates collection. Divided into key themes-seasonal landscapes, religious imagery, and celebration and festivity-each of the works of art included has been individually selected for the ways in which the artist has sought to capture this special time of year. Works of art include paintings, drawings, sculptures, illustrations, and installations. They are punctuated by brief captions adding background detail about the art, artists, and their subjects. These works of art are sometimes traditional, sometimes contemporary, and often revealing. Seen together, these beautiful images create an enlightening journey through the visual portrayal of winter and the holiday season in Western art.