Spies, Werner. Werner Spies: The Eye and the World, Collected Writings on Art and Literature, the Gagosian Edition

Cl. Abrams 2011

SKU 87722

Collects the written work of the German art historian Werner Spies, friend to Picasso and Ernst and author of the latter's catalog raisonne. Includes Spies's voluminous writings on Ernst and Picasso as well as his works on Surrealism, Action Painting, Op Art, and many other subjects. A wonderful collection that offers a glimpse into the author's vast curiosity. 9 volumes boxed.

The art of the 20th century can be understood fully only from a perspective that ignores boundaries between countries and continents. Werner Spies (b. 1937), teacher, critic, curator of major international exhibitions, and close friend to many major artists, has always had an open eye and mind. His critical appraisals of trends in both Europe and the United States continue to stimulate art lovers around the globe.