American Painting of the 1950’s and 60’s DVD – 1000 Masterworks

American Painting of the 1950's and 60's DVD - 1000 Masterworks

Director: Reiner E. Moritz

"1000 Masterpieces from the Great Museums of the World" is one of the most successful TV series about art. The original, with improved image quality, takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of art. Comprehensively illustrated and compellingly presented - the well-known authors of five short art surveys provide a deeper insight into the masterpieces of painting. "US-American painting from the 1950's and 60's" - emerged at a time when the country became a hub of international art. From the figurative movement to Colour Field painting and over to Pop Art, the authors present images, some of which were key works of their time, which document the diversity of American post-war art. Richard Lindner: The meeting (1953), Jasper Johns: Flag (1954), Morris Louis: Beta Kappa (1961), Roy Lichtenstein:...

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