Alexander Calder Livres

Pourquoi l'art doit-il être statique ? La prochaine étape, c'est la sculpture en mouvement. En quelques mots ALEXANDER CALDER 1898-1976 bouleverse les règles des arts plastiques, inventant le mobile suspendu au plafond, qui s'anime au moindre courant d'air. Quant à ses " stabiles ", monumentaux érigés dans le monde entier sur les places publiques de nombreuses villes, ils sont presque aussi connus. Cet ouvrage présente en outre des sculptures en fil de fer, des tableaux, des gouaches, des tapisseries et des bijoux, et même des voitures et des avions peints.

Twelve years after the first Benz patent motorcar Number 1 made its first journey in July 1886, a car raced across the image in Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s lithograph, The Automobilist. La 628-E8, a novel named after the license plate number of its author, Octave Mirbeau, was published in the early twentieth century. In his Futurist manifesto, Filippo Tommaso Marinetti rated the beauty of a racecar’s revving engine and speed higher than the aesthetics of the Nike of Samothrace. Ever since its invention, artists have been examining the automobile, and the BMW Art Cars have played a central role here. Alexander Calder’s BMW 3.0 CSL from 1975 was the first in a series brought to life by Hervé Poulain, lover of auto racing and works of art, in collaboration with BMW’s head of motorsports, Jochen Neerpasch. Seventeen artists have since designed BMW models, and the “rolling sculptures” have not only proved themselves in museums, but also on the race track at Le Mans. (German edition ISBN 978-3-7757-3344-1; French edition ISBN 978-3-7757-3345-8) Artists featured (selection): Alexander Calder, Sandro Chia, Ken Done, Olafur Eliasson, Ernst Fuchs, David Hockney, Jenny Holzer, Michael Jagamara Nelson, Matazo Kayama, Jeff Koons, Roy Lichtenstein, Esther Mahlangu, César Manrique, A. R. Penck, Robert Rauschenberg, Frank Stella, Andy Warhol

Presents a photographic retrospective of the American sculptor famous for his creation of the mobile, showing him at home with his family and at his work

The distinguished sculptor demonstrates an approach to sketching animals that emphasizes simplicity of line

Comédie de la nature ou comédie humaine ? Une cigale joue de la guitare, une grenouille et un bœuf se promènent, un loup met son plus bel habit, et un rat met ses lunettes... pour constater que les hommes et les bêtes sont plus semblables qu'il n'y paraît... Plus de quatre-vingts fables sont réunies dans ce recueil.

Rhymes from Mother Goose and other classic sources, illustrated by the artist who invented the mobile.

Focusing on the principles governing happiness, this book delves into the laws that shape human contentment. Originally published in 1872, it offers timeless insights and reflections that remain relevant today. The unchanged, high-quality reprint preserves the original text, allowing readers to explore the author's perspectives on achieving fulfillment and understanding the factors that contribute to a happy life.

Originally published in 1872, this reprint offers a glimpse into the historical context and themes of its time. The book presents a unique perspective, capturing the essence of the era through its characters and narrative style. Readers can expect to explore the intricacies of the plot and the author's distinctive voice, making it a valuable addition to any literary collection.

Exploring the multifaceted nature of happiness, Calder argues that it arises from a blend of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being rather than mere material success. He highlights the significance of education, religion, and social institutions in fostering happiness while emphasizing personal responsibility and self-discipline. The book also addresses the concept of progress, proposing that the ultimate aim of civilization should be universal happiness. This philosophical work offers a deep and insightful examination of happiness within the human experience.