{"title":"Uwe Jourdan","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the thought-provoking works of \u003cstrong\u003eUwe Jourdan\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose writings delve deeply into the realms of \u003cem\u003earts and culture\u003c\/em\u003e. His books offer insightful perspectives and a nuanced exploration of artistic expression, ideal for readers eager to expand their understanding of creative disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on influential figures such as Leon Kelly, Jourdan's narratives illuminate the connections between art, history, and individual vision. These compelling works invite readers to engage with culture through a richly informed and reflective lens.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"leon-kelly-by-uwe-jourdan-9783777445564","title":"Leon Kelly","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe American artist Leon Kelly (1901-1982) is known for his surrealist work. However, his career, which spanned fifty years, was also influenced by cubism, abstraction and social realism. With handsome full-page reproductions, this volume provides a new look at the extensive oeuvre of a fascinating artist with an innately reclusive nature.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSolitary by nature, Leon Kelly lived and worked on his paintings and drawings in seclusion. This enabled him to create a fascinating oeuvre without the influences and restrictions of contemporary fashions. Today, his works can be found in the collections of renowned American museums such as the Metropolitan Museum, the Whitney Museum, MoMA, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe largest European collection is owned by Mr and Mrs Plewig: it covers all phases and styles and is made accessible in this opulently illustrated volume. The collectors give a personal and sensitive account of their encounters with the artist, and the art expert Uwe Jourdan analyses \u003cem\u003eLeon Kelly\u003c\/em\u003e's style and working methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47455613321452,"sku":"9783777445564","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/71EPC6ktTsL._SL1500.jpg?v=1774787888"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/uwe-jourdan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}