Josef Albers

Josef Albers - Homage to the Square: Discover the Revolution of Form and Color. Immerse yourself in the legendary series Homage to the Square and experience how Josef Albers redefined the foundations of modern art over a span of 25 years. This outstanding catalog brings together nearly two thousand oil paintings, studies on paper, and unique archival material - an essential foundational work that highlights the lasting impact of Albers' aesthetic language while providing inspiration for young artists in Minimal Art and Conceptual Art.

Highlights of the book:

• Foundational work in art history: A comprehensive insight into the development of modern painting, documenting the revolution of oil painting and Albers' influence on generations.
• Tribute to form and color: Discover how the simple square became a source of innovative color experiences and clear forms.
• High-quality loans: Benefit from a top-notch compilation of approximately 300 images, detailed studies, and rare archival material.

This extraordinary work captivates with its impressive representation of the revolutionary power of the square and uniquely expands the understanding of modern art. Josef Albers (1888, Bottrop - 1976, New Haven, Connecticut) was a pioneer of 20th-century artistic modernism as an artist, educator, and color theorist. He is known for his extensive series Homage to the Square (1950-1976). Albers taught at the Bauhaus, Black Mountain College, and Yale University. Heinz Liesbrock (1953) was the long-time director of the Josef Albers Museum Quadrat in Bottrop and has published extensively on Albers.