{"title":"Daniel Wildenstein","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaniel Wildenstein\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a profound exploration of the world of Impressionism, with a particular focus on iconic artists such as Monet. His works delve into the artistic movements and cultural contexts that shaped this transformative period in art history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect richly detailed studies that combine scholarly insight with accessible prose, making the complex beauty of Impressionist art come alive. These books are essential for those passionate about \u003cem\u003earts and culture\u003c\/em\u003e, seeking both inspiration and deep understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"monet-the-triumph-of-impressionism-by-daniel-wildenstein-9783836590839","title":"Monet. The Triumph of Impressionism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo other artist, apart from J. M. W. Turner, tried as hard as \u003cb\u003eClaude Monet\u003c\/b\u003e (1840-1926) to capture light itself on canvas. Of all the Impressionists, it was the man Cézanne called \"only an eye, but \u003cb\u003emy God what an eye\u003c\/b\u003e!\" who stayed true to the principle of absolute fidelity to the visual sensation, painting directly from the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt could be said that Monet \u003cb\u003ereinvented the possibilities of colour\u003c\/b\u003e. Whether it was through his early interest in Japanese prints, his time as a conscript in the dazzling light of Algeria, or his personal acquaintance with the major painters of the late 19th century, the work Monet produced throughout his long life would change forever the way we perceive both the natural world and its attendant phenomena. The high point of his explorations was the late series of water lilies, painted in his own garden at Giverny, which, in their approach towards almost total formlessness, are really the origin of abstract art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis biography does full justice to this most remarkable and profoundly influential artist, and offers \u003cb\u003enumerous reproductions and archive photos alongside a detailed and insightful commentary\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47383922933996,"sku":"9783836590839","price":135.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27896523483553.jpg?v=1773388834"},{"product_id":"monet-by-daniel-wildenstein-9783836551014","title":"Monet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo other artist, apart from J. M. W. Turner, tried as hard as \u003cb\u003eClaude Monet\u003c\/b\u003e (1840-1926) to capture light itself on canvas. Of all the Impressionists, it was the man Cézanne called \"only an eye, but \u003cb\u003emy God what an eye\u003c\/b\u003e!\" who stayed true to the principle of absolute fidelity to the visual sensation, painting directly from the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt could be said that Monet \u003cb\u003ereinvented the possibilities of colour\u003c\/b\u003e. Whether it was through his early interest in Japanese prints, his time as a conscript in the dazzling light of Algeria, or his personal acquaintance with the major painters of the late 19th century, the work Monet produced throughout his long life would change forever the way we perceive both the natural world and its attendant phenomena. The high point of his explorations was the late series of water lilies, painted in his own garden at Giverny, which, in their approach toward almost total formlessness, are really the origin of abstract art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis biography of \u003ci\u003eMonet\u003c\/i\u003e does full justice to this most remarkable and profoundly influential artist, and offers \u003cb\u003enumerous reproductions and archive photos alongside a detailed and insightful commentary\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47597118259436,"sku":"9783836551014","price":56.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9783836551014-monet.jpg?v=1777946654"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/daniel-wildenstein.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}