David Hockney takes us on an enthralling intellectual and visual journey as he rewrites the story of how the great drawings and paintings of the last six centuries were created. He demonstrates for the first time how artists as far back as the 15th century used mirrors and lenses to project colour images onto flat surfaces and then captured these projections in pencil and paint. As well as being the presentation of more than two years' research, Secret Knowledge is an amazing detective story, as Hockney uncovers piece after piece of scientific and historical evidence, each one revealing further secrets of the past.
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David Hockney wurde 1937 in England geboren und ist einer der bedeutendsten zeitgenössischen Künstler. Der Wahlkalifornier, der in jungen Jahren die britische Kunstszene aufrüttelte, wird zu den Pionieren der Pop Art gezählt. Durch seine Auseinandersetzung mit den Möglichkeiten der Kamera gilt Hockney heute als Erneuerer der Fotokunst. Neben Gemälden schuf der Künstler eine große Anzahl von Zeichnungen, Radierungen und Bühnenbildern.
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. David Hockney takes us on an enthralling intellectual and visual journey as he rewrites the story of how the great drawings and paintings of the last six centuries were created. He demonstrates for the first time how artists as far back as the 15th century used mirrors and lenses to project colour images onto flat surfaces and then captured these projections in pencil and paint. As well as being the presentation of more than two years' research, Secret Knowledge is an amazing detective story, as Hockney uncovers piece after piece of scientific and historical evidence, each one revealing further secrets of the past. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Artikel-Nr. GOR001940699
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Anbieter: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Zustand: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Foxing to the pages. Artikel-Nr. rev5510647386
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Anbieter: medimops, Berlin, Deutschland
Zustand: good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present. Artikel-Nr. M00500237859-G
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Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fair. Thames & Hudson, 2001. Hardback, d/j, 4to, 296pp, illust. Bookplate, d/j slightly bumped and shelfworn. A fair copy. 0500237859/2.0uk. Artikel-Nr. 401725
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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 2001, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> David Hockney's Secret Knowledge: Rediscovering the Lost Techniques of the Old Masters chronicles his remarkable two-year quest to unravel how historical artists achieved such lifelike depictions in their work. After setting aside his brushes, Hockney embarked on an exploration motivated by a desire to understand the technical challenges faced by artists like Caravaggio, Velazquez, van Eyck, Holbein, Leonardo, and Ingres. His investigations into the methods employed by these masters led him to uncover the use of mirrors and lenses, revealing secrets that had remained elusive for centuries.In this insightful account, Hockney details the scientific and visual evidence gathered throughout his journey, which illuminated not only the artistry of the past but also the means by which iconic masterpieces were created. The book features reproductions of hundreds of significant paintings and drawings, accompanied by Hockney?s engaging commentary that highlights the techniques employed by historical artists. His own photographs and drawings illustrate the methods that were relevant to past creators, demonstrating the accuracy and effects they could achieve.Additionally, Secret Knowledge includes excerpts from historical and contemporary documents Hockney discovered, providing further context to his findings. The correspondence with a variety of international experts adds depth to the story of his research, making the narrative both a personal and an intellectual journey. While the book serves as a vehicle for rediscovering the lost techniques of the Old Masters, it also prompts reflection on the implications for contemporary art practice and its future. (OS). Artikel-Nr. Batch-FM739-VG-14812
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First edition, first printing. Fine in fine dustjacket. Artikel-Nr. 43276
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