Kurze Geschichte der modernen Kunst

Can one say a lot, even something new, in a nutshell? Is it possible to summarize the art history of the 20th century in concise, impactful statements so vividly that today's readers feel they can still learn something after all the exhibitions, films, books, catalogs, overview works, and articles on the subject? And can this be done in an enjoyable way? Yes, it is possible. Jean Clair, the founder of the Picasso Museum in Paris, a highly renowned art historian, museum director and curator, author, essayist, and pamphleteer, achieves this brilliantly. He loves pointed statements and is a master of brevity. At the same time, he is unafraid to express unorthodox opinions, in contrast to colleagues who tend to rely on colorless and risk-averse neutrality. Clair presents himself boldly, provocatively, and refreshingly.