A Closer Look

Still Life

Erika Langmuir

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Yale University
03 May 2011

Art & Architecture; History of Art & Design Styles; Exhibition catalogues & specific collections; Animals & nature in art (still life, landscapes & seascapes)

Series: A Closer Look

What is still life? We are familiar with the objects portrayed but have difficulty explaining the essence of this popular art form. Erika Langmuir examines the special fascination of still life, and what distinguishes it from other categories of painting. She discusses its evolution from the trompe l’oeil wall paintings of antiquity, through its revival in the age of Caravaggio and Velázquez, and again in the works of Cézanne and Picasso. Originally published as Pocket Guide Still Life, this eloquent survey benefits from a wider format, new reproductions, and updated references.

By: Erika Langmuir
Imprint: Yale University
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 146mm, Spine: 1mm
Weight: 227g
ISBN: 9781857095005
ISBN 10: 1857095006
Series: A Closer Look
Pages: 96
Publication Date: 03 May 2011
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Erika Langmuir, OBE, was Head of Education at the National Gallery (1988-1995), and held the Chair of Art History at the Open University. Other books include The National Gallery Companion Guide.