Isbn: 9781025536156 - caricature (6 risultati)

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'Caricature' is an insightful exploration of the art of satirical drawing and visual parody, authored by the influential designer and thinker C.R. Ashbee. This work examines the psychological and aesthetic foundations of the caricature, investigating how the deliberate exaggeration of physical traits can be used to unmask the deeper character of a subject. Ashbee provides a theoretical and historical framework for understanding the medium, moving beyond mere mockery to define caricature as a sophisticated form of artistic expression.The text delves into the social and political significance of the craft, illustrating how artists throughout history have utilized distortion to provide poignant commentary on the figures and events of their time. By analyzing the intersection of art, humor, and social critique, Ashbee offers a unique perspective on the evolution of visual satire. As a product of a leading figure in the Arts and Crafts movement, this book serves as both a technical guide and a philosophical meditation on the power of the image. 'Caricature' remains a valuable resource for art historians, practitioners, and anyone interested in the enduring influence of the satirical image in modern culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "Caricature" is an insightful exploration of the art of satirical drawing and visual parody, authored by the influential designer and thinker C.R. Ashbee. This work examines the psychological and aesthetic foundations of the caricature, investigating how the deliberate exaggeration of physical traits can be used to unmask the deeper character of a subject. Ashbee provides a theoretical and historical framework for understanding the medium, moving beyond mere mockery to define caricature as a sophisticated form of artistic expression.The text delves into the social and political significance of the craft, illustrating how artists throughout history have utilized distortion to provide poignant commentary on the figures and events of their time. By analyzing the intersection of art, humor, and social critique, Ashbee offers a unique perspective on the evolution of visual satire. As a product of a leading figure in the Arts and Crafts movement, this book serves as both a technical guide and a philosophical meditation on the power of the image. "Caricature" remains a valuable resource for art historians, practitioners, and anyone interested in the enduring influence of the satirical image in modern culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…