Тюрнер

Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851) had a profound impact on art, comparable to gaining sudden sight. His landscapes and seascapes dazzle the eye with intense light and color, as if the sun itself were shining from within the frame. Known as 'the painter of light,' Turner worked in print, watercolor, and oils, transforming landscapes from serene scenes to vibrant depictions bursting with life. He often depicted the River Thames and the sea, incorporating elements of the Industrial Revolution such as boats and trains, juxtaposing human activity against the power of nature. This book explores Turner's diverse and illustrious body of work, showcasing an artist who blended traditional genres with radical modernism. The Basic Art Series, established in 1985, is the best-selling art book collection ever published. Each book in Taschen's Basic Art series includes a detailed chronological summary of the artist's life and work, highlighting their cultural and historical significance, a brief biography, and around 100 illustrations with explanatory captions.