Robert Rauschenberg

Phaidon Focus

Catherine Craft author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Phaidon Press Ltd

Published:4th Mar '13

Should be back in stock very soon

Robert Rauschenberg cover

This book offers an insightful exploration of Robert Rauschenberg's life and artistic contributions, showcasing his innovative impact on contemporary art.

In Robert Rauschenberg, readers are invited to explore the fascinating life and artistic journey of one of America's most influential artists. The book delves into Rauschenberg's innovative approach to art, showcasing how his work challenged traditional boundaries and redefined contemporary art. Through a blend of biography and art analysis, it highlights his unique techniques and the impact he had on the art world.

The narrative captures the essence of Rauschenberg's creative spirit, detailing his collaborations with other artists and his exploration of various mediums. From his early days to his rise as a prominent figure in the art scene, the book provides insights into his thought processes and inspirations. Readers will discover how Rauschenberg's experiences shaped his art and led to groundbreaking works that continue to resonate today.

Robert Rauschenberg not only celebrates his artistic achievements but also reflects on his legacy. The book emphasizes the importance of his contributions to movements such as Neo-Dada and Pop Art, illustrating how he paved the way for future generations of artists. With rich illustrations and thoughtful commentary, this work serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the depth and significance of Rauschenberg's art.

On the Phaidon Focus series

"Excellent introductions to modern masters series."—The Observer Magazine

"Satisfyingly hardback yet not too hefty. Tastefully simple, encased in a plastic cover to protect them from all those crayons and paints that you're sure to whip out in a frenzy of inspiration after browsing these pages. Each contains a trove of images of artwork and educational focus chapters on themes and techniques."—It's Nice That

"Concise yet spirited introduction... Plenty of colour plates make it brilliantly useful as a reference tool."—The Sunday Telegraph

"Eschewing the heavyweight doorstop format of many art books, these beautiful and compact Phaidon Focus artist monographs are small and slick, and refreshingly affordable... Designed by Julia Hasting, the Zurich-based design director at Phaidon Press, who manages to create a clean, fresh look that - as art book design should - put the artists' work centre stage... Coated in a translucent grey plastic with a clear window, the book's pared back approach continues with clean, black typography on a white background. Never cluttered, but resolutely in-depth, the series manages to condense some of the 20th century's most famous artists' work into small, but by no means diminutive introductions."—DesignWeek.co.uk

"Beautifully designed... The most iconic artists of the modern day... Bring you the essentials in a concise manner."—It's Nice That

"Phaidon are adept at packaging up key artists and movements in contemporary art, ensuring each generation has a familiar and forward-thinking way of immersing itself in visual culture. The newest tranche of introductory monographs is Phaidon Focus. [...] The Focus series is an extended primer, a handsome hardback designed to provide an in-depth overview of an artist's life, plus a more concentrated focus on key works from the artist's career to date."—Wallpaper.com

"Amazing... An essential addition to any art lover's collection."—Grazia

ISBN: 9780714861517

Dimensions: 245mm x 172mm x 15mm

Weight: 614g

144 pages