Alphonse Mucha's decorative style defined the Belle Époque, featuring seductive compositions of patterns, flowers, and beautiful women. His striking posters of Sarah Bernhardt were famous, and he also harbored political ideas, promoting Pan-Slavism and the political independence of the Czech and Slavic nations. This book presents key works and introduces the full reach of his œuvre. Format: Hardback Length: 96 pages Publication date: 04 September 2020 Publisher: Taschen GmbH Czech artist and Art Nouveau master Alphonse Mucha (1860–1939) is known for his instantly recognizable decorative style that defined the look of the fin-de-siècle. His seductive compositions of patterns, flowers, and beautiful women became paradigms of the Belle Époque years, permeating illustration, posters, postcards, and advertising designs of his day. His striking posters of star actress Sarah Bernhardt were particularly famous. Alongside this delicate decorative work, Mucha also harbored strongly felt political ideas. With his monumental cycle The Slav Epic, he expressed his staunch support for Pan-Slavism, promoting the political independence of the Czech and Slavic nations from the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Compiled in association with the Mucha Foundation, this book presents key works and introduces the full reach of Mucha's œuvre from patterned decoration to his book illustrations, posters, photographs, and monumental paintings. Weight: 560g Dimension: 264 x 211 x 13 (mm) ISBN-13: 9783836550093
