Roger Hilton (1911–75) was one of the pioneers of British abstract art. This account of his life is lavishly illustrated with works from all stages of his career, in a visually stunning record of his oeuvre. It is further enlivened by numerous anecdotes and reminiscences recalling his sometimes outspoken relations with other artists such as Peter Lanyon, Terry Frost and Patrick Heron, and includes personal memories of his widow, Rose.
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Roger Hilton (1911-75) was one of the pioneers of British abstract art. This title offers an account of his life that is illustrated with works from all stages of his career. It is further enlivened by numerous anecdotes and reminiscences recalling his sometimes outspoken relations with other artists.
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Introduction; Part One: London (1911 - 55); 1. The Family Context (1911 - 29); 2. A Student in London and Paris (1929 - 39); 3. The War Years (1940 - 45); 4. Sowing the Seeds (1945 - 55); Part Two: Cornwall (1956 - 75); 5. 'The Appalling Unrest of the Soul (1956 - 60); 6. Tasteful or Turbulent? First Waddington show and John Moores Exhibition (1960 - 65); 7. Fruits of Success (1965 - 72); 8. Final Flowering: to the Close (1972 - 75); Conclusion.
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ISBN
9780500093344
Publisert
2007-05-21
Utgiver
Vendor
Thames & Hudson Ltd
Høyde
275 mm
Bredde
230 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
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Product format
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Antall sider
288

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Andrew Lambirth is a writer, critic and curator. Currently the art critic for The Spectator, he has written for a wide range of publications including The Sunday Times and The Independent. He is the author of numerous books, including Ken Kiff, L. S. Lowry Conversation Pieces, Craigie Aitchison, Kitaj, Allen Jones and Maggi Hambling: The Works.