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Czech/English text
Alfons Mucha (Torst, 2000/2005) is a photographic volume dedicated to the little‑known but deeply revealing photographic work of Alfons Mucha (1860–1939), published in the FotoTorst series by Torst in Prague. The book presents a curated selection from Mucha’s personal photographic sketchbooks and visual diaries, spanning from the mid‑1880s until the end of his life, which reveal intimate moments, studio scenes, and behind‑the‑scenes views of his artistic practice.
Mucha’s photographs offer a unique artistic perspective on his milieu and creative process, documenting not only his celebrated career as a painter and graphic artist of the Art Nouveau era, but also his keen eye for composition, portraiture, and the human figure. This edition includes previously unpublished images from his extensive photographic estate, giving insight into aspects of his life and work that extend beyond his well‑known posters and decorative art.
Published in both Czech and English, this title is a valued resource for enthusiasts of art history and fine photographic books, providing a rare glimpse into the photographic dimension of one of the most iconic figures of the Secession movement.
Seller's Story
I strive to find and offer you the most interesting items from Prague’s antiquarian bookstores and second-hand shops: autographs, rarities, photographs, bibliophilia, old prints, posters, maps, catalogs, high-quality or sold-out books, as well as fine art.
Prague has always been a meeting point of cultures and languages. Especially during the 20th century, Czechoslovakia was visited by numerous world-renowned artists, writers, scientists, and other notable figures who left their mark here and established connections with local culture or institutions. So the selection here will be rich in provenance — including German, French, English, Russian, or, for example, Italian.
However, I will also aim to highlight more or less well-known Czech artists and noteworthy items — of interest to collectors and art lovers, especially those passionate about autographs, fine art, and related fields.
Czech/English text
Alfons Mucha (Torst, 2000/2005) is a photographic volume dedicated to the little‑known but deeply revealing photographic work of Alfons Mucha (1860–1939), published in the FotoTorst series by Torst in Prague. The book presents a curated selection from Mucha’s personal photographic sketchbooks and visual diaries, spanning from the mid‑1880s until the end of his life, which reveal intimate moments, studio scenes, and behind‑the‑scenes views of his artistic practice.
Mucha’s photographs offer a unique artistic perspective on his milieu and creative process, documenting not only his celebrated career as a painter and graphic artist of the Art Nouveau era, but also his keen eye for composition, portraiture, and the human figure. This edition includes previously unpublished images from his extensive photographic estate, giving insight into aspects of his life and work that extend beyond his well‑known posters and decorative art.
Published in both Czech and English, this title is a valued resource for enthusiasts of art history and fine photographic books, providing a rare glimpse into the photographic dimension of one of the most iconic figures of the Secession movement.
Seller's Story
I strive to find and offer you the most interesting items from Prague’s antiquarian bookstores and second-hand shops: autographs, rarities, photographs, bibliophilia, old prints, posters, maps, catalogs, high-quality or sold-out books, as well as fine art.
Prague has always been a meeting point of cultures and languages. Especially during the 20th century, Czechoslovakia was visited by numerous world-renowned artists, writers, scientists, and other notable figures who left their mark here and established connections with local culture or institutions. So the selection here will be rich in provenance — including German, French, English, Russian, or, for example, Italian.
However, I will also aim to highlight more or less well-known Czech artists and noteworthy items — of interest to collectors and art lovers, especially those passionate about autographs, fine art, and related fields.
Details
Number of Books
1
Subject
Art, Photography
Book Title
Alfons Mucha
Author/ Illustrator
Alfons Mucha
Condition
Very good
Artist
Alfons Mucha
Publication year oldest item
2000
Edition
1st Edition
Language
English
Original language
No
Publisher
Torst
Binding/ Material
Softback
Number of pages
149
Style
Art Nouveau
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