In this famous work by a pioneer in the movement to free art from the bonds of tradition — a work long considered essential to understanding the evolution of 20th-century art — Kandinsky explores the role of the line, point, and other key elements of non-objective painting. 127 illustrations.
Here's a sample of other books in this Dover category
50 Secrets of Magic Craftsmanship by Salvador Dalí Sensible artistic advice and lively personal anecdotes in rare important work by famed Surrealist. Filled with Dali's outrageous egotism and unconventional humor, insights into modern art and his own drawings in the margins.
Language of Vision by Gyorgy Kepes Noted painter, designer, and theoretician analyzes effect of visual language on structure of human consciousness: perception of line and form, perspective, much more. Over 300 photos, drawings, and illustrations.
Concerning the Spiritual in Art by Wassily Kandinsky Pioneering work by the great modernist painter, considered by many to be the father of abstract art and a leader in the movement to free art from traditional bonds. 12 illustrations.
Kandinsky: 16 Art Stickers by Wassily Kandinsky Striking images by early 20th-century master abstractionist: Horizontals, Between the Two of Us, Bright Lucidity, Multicolored Circle, Red Oval, Subdued Glow, Checkered, and Painting within a Painting.
Six Kandinsky Cards by Wassily Kandinsky Six of the great Russian-born artist's most memorable canvases, including Composition VIII (1923), Multicolored Circle (1921) and Checkered (1925), reproduced as full-color postcards. Just detach and mail.
