Magritte - Surrealism Painting Philosophy and Interpretation NY Graphic Society

$ 12.15

Vintage: Yes Genre: Art & Culture, Art Book Title: Magritte Format: Paperback Inscribed: No Content Emphasis: Surrealism; visual philosophy; interpretation of imagerydesign Primary Movement: Surrealism Illustrator: Yes Intended Audience: Adults Topic: Art History, Artists, Avant Garde, Classic Modern Art, Constructivism, Contemporary Art, Design, Drawing, Modern Art, Paintings, Print Art, Surrealism Audience Intent: Museum-level reference and academic study Original Language: English Publisher: New York Graphic Society Features: Illustrated Narrative Type: Nonfiction Author: Suzi Gablik Era: 1980s Personalize: No Secondary Movement: Modern Art Language: English Ex Libris: Yes Country of Origin: United States Signed: No Publication Year: 1970

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Magritte - Surrealism Painting Philosophy and Interpretation NY Graphic Society. Written by art historian Suzi Gablik and published by New York Graphic Society in 1970, this monograph remains one of the clearer early studies of Magritte’s visual logic and conceptual intent. It's supported by well-chosen illustrations and concise critical text. About the Item For sale is a focused, critical examination of René Magritte’s surrealist imagery, exploring how painting, philosophy, and meaning intersect in his work. Written by art historian Suzi Gablik and published by New York Graphic Society in 1970, this monograph remains one of the clearer early studies of Magritte’s visual logic and conceptual intent. Rather than a broad survey, it concentrates on interpretation like how Magritte constructed images to challenge perception, language, and reality. It's supported by well-chosen illustrations and concise critical text. The result is a compact but serious reference that rewards close reading while still offering strong visual engagement, making it an enduring introduction to Magritte’s thinking as well as a useful return-to volume. Book is in nice vintage condition with light shelf and handling wear consistent with age. Small library-style decal on spine. Covers are clean, binding is sound, and pages are free of markings or tears. Item sold as photographed. Shipping Ships from the Crossroads of America with care via USPS Media Mail for a flat $7 on your first book . Add a second book or publication, and your shipping stays the same. Buy any three or more books from my shop and your entire order ships FREE . Savings apply automatically at checkout when items are combined. Orders ship within 1-2 business days with full tracking to residential or business addresses in the continental United States. Typical transit time is 4-7 business days. Terms & Conditions All items are sold "as-is, where-is", with all faults, and without any warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose. Descriptions, photographs, and condition statements are provided in good faith but are not guaranteed to be exhaustive; seller is not responsible for typographical or generative errors, omissions, or misinterpretations. No returns, exchanges, or refunds are offered. Risk of loss or damage after shipment rests with the carrier, and any claims for items lost or damaged in transit must be filed directly with the carrier. By purchasing, the buyer acknowledges and agrees to these terms.