John Martin : apocalypse
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Type of record: Book
Title: John Martin : apocalypse
Other titles: Apocalypse
Classmark: Large Art C-0 MAR/M
Additional creator(s): Martin, John (1789-1854) (Other); Myrone, Martin (Other); Austen, Anna (Other); Tate Britain (Gallery) (Other)
Related people: Martin, John, 1789-1854; Martin, John, 1789-1854
Publisher: Tate Publishings
Publication city: London
Date(s): 2011
Language: English
Size and medium: 240 pages
Persistent link: https://explore.library.leeds.ac.uk/special-collections-explore/367221
Printed items catalogue: https://leeds.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/fulldisplay?vid=44LEE_INST:VU1&docid=alma991003929299705181
Description
Published on the occasion of the exhibition at Tate Britain, Sept. 21, 2011 - Jan. 15, 2012.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"John Martin's spectacular paintings, featuring panoramic scenes of battles, biblical catastrophes and the vastness of nature, moved and astonished viewers in his own day. The legacy of his apocalyptic imagery remains clearly visible today, in art, popular culture and blockbuster cinema. Yet his success was controversial: many critics thought his work vulgar and misguided, and were further confused by Martin;s engagement with science, engineering and public affairs. Perhaps as a result, he has been unjustly neglected by modern art history. This long-overdue reassessment surveys the full range of Martin's achievement, examining the paintings and prints that made him famous, as well as his astoundingly accomplished watercolours. With many stunning illustrations capturing the full drama of Martin's vision, the book also includes searching essays by leading authorities on his life and work, providing new insights into the career of an extordinary and driven artist with a perpetually enquiring
mind."--P [4] of cover.
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