Description
Lars Jonsson is widely regarded as one of the greatest bird artists of all timeno other painter of his generation captures the true look and feel of birds in the wild so beautifully. This magnificently illustrated volume collects Jonssons most recent paintings and drawings, many published here for the first time, offering a fascinating retrospective of the artists work from the turn of the new century to today. Lars Jonssons Birds features 150 full-color, museum-quality reproductions of works that Jonsson painted in the field and that reflect his favorite theme of birds in a wide landscape, such as gulls, waders, ducks, and raptors.
This sumptuous book includes essays by the acclaimed sculptor Kent Ullberg and museum curator Adam Harris, as well as commentaries by Jonsson and pages from his sketchbooks that provide rare insights into Jonssons incomparable artistry.
Offers an invaluable retrospective of the artists most recent work
Features 150 full-color bird paintings
Includes commentaries by Jonsson, pages from his sketchbooks, and more
Provides rare insights into Jonssons art and methods
Author: Lars Jonsson
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 02/01/2009
Pages: 192
Weight: 3.35lbs
Size: 11.90h x 9.50w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780691141510
Language: English
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