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Louise Bourgeois Made Giant Spiders and Wasn't Sorry.

By Fausto Gilberti
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by art and creative processes and want to introduce children to the fascinating world of contemporary art through engaging illustrations and storytelling. It showcases the inspiring journey of a bold artist who defied conventions, offering a delightful way to learn about art history and iconic sculptures.

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A clever, quirky picture-book biography of one of the most important figures of modern and contemporary art

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A clever, quirky picture book biography of one of the most important figures of modern and contemporary art.

Louise Bourgeois was a world-famous artist who told stories of her life through her art until she was 98 years old. She drew, wove, and sculpted pieces inspired by her experiences, often using everyday objects that reminded her of her family and her past.

Her famous giant spiders fascinate—and sometimes terrify—art-lovers to this day, but the truth behind the inspiration for these towering sculptures is not as scary as it may seem. This is an inspiring story about a young girl who became the first female sculptor to have a solo exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York—a unique picture book celebration for children of one of the most important modern and contemporary women artists of our time.

Louise Bourgeois Made Giant Spiders and Wasn't Sorry is perfect for ages 4 - 7.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838666248

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 30 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 405g

Pages: 48

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fausto Gilberti

About the Author

Fausto Gilberti is a painter and illustrator based in Brescia, Italy. He studied at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera in Milan, and has been part of more than a hundred solo and group exhibitions, both in Italy and abroad. He writes the books in this artist biography series to make contemporary art approachable and enjoyable for his two children.

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