Anton Romako's painting of "Admiral Tegetthoff in the Naval Battle of Lissa" is now celebrated as a visionary work, and is part of the canon of European art of the 19th century. This richly illustrated book traces the history of the picture and places it in the historical, military, and artistic context of its age. "Admiral Tegetthoff in the Naval Battle of Lissa" now seems amazingly modern, but although today we can appreciate it as a masterpiece, it was almost universally rejected and mocked when it was first shown at the Künstlerhaus in Vienna in the summer of 1882. Presupposing the public's knowledge of what had actually happened at this naval skirmish, and in particular of the decisive ramming maneuver performed by the Austrian battleship, the painter abandoned all the conventions of historical battle painting, shifting the dramatic tension of events firmly onto the imagination of the viewer. This results in a fundamental transformation. The picture is no longer a report of the historical event in itself, but rather depicts the feelings of the protagonists at this particular moment. Romako's "Admiral Tegetthoff in the Naval Battle of Lissa" can be considered a legitimate precursor of our modern narrative techniques which involve a high level of suspense. His painting style however, was also to be a role model for the Austrian Expressionists, such as Oskar Kokoschka. In order to present the revolutionary concept of the painting, this richly illustrated book casts light on the historical, military, and artist context of the age and of Romako's oeuvre.

Anton Romako: Admiral Tegettoff in the Naval Battle of Lissa

Arts & Photography

Koja, Stephan

Husslein-Arco, Agnes

History & Criticism

Hirmer Publishers

<div> Giambologna (1529-1606) is widely regarded as the most important European sculptor between Michelangelo and Bernini. Although we know a great deal about his success, we know little of Giambologna's formative years in Italy, before he rose to prominence. How did he come to achieve his status as the preeminent sculptor of his time?&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; This volume investigates this question and retraces Giambologna's winding path to success. We follow the young sculptor as he embarks on a study trip to Rome in the middle of the sixteenth century, and on his return home when he visits Florence and decides to stay. We observe how he becomes the star at the Medici court and sees his sculptures sent on to the princely courts of Europe, where they would become sought-after gifts. This beautifully illustrated volume ventures into new academic territory--probing the artist's largely unknown early work and his study of Michelangelo--to shed fresh light on the development of a genius.&nbsp; &nbsp;</div>

Shadows of Time: Giambologna, Michelangelo and the Medici Chapel

Kryza-Gersch, Claudia

Der Farbzauberer. Claude Monet.

Koja, Katja

Children's Books

Prestel

A chronological presentation of Monet's life and art

Claude Monet: The Magician of Colour (Adventures in Art)

Miksovsky, Katja

Individual Artists

Prestel Junior

Provides an introduction to the Austrian artist's work, presenting examples of his paintings with a discussion of their historical background and critical interpretation.

Gustav Klimt: A Painted Fairy Tale (Adventures in Art)

Reference

Prestel Pub

Now in flexi-cover, this visually stunning collection of Klimt's landscape paintings brings to light a lesser-known aspect of the Viennese painter's uvre. While Klimt is largely revered for his opulent, symbol-laden portraits of the Viennese bourgeoisie, these works were just one aspect of his artistic expression. His landscapes represent an important facet of his career and are a valuable contribution to the school of European nature painting. For many years the artist travelled to the Austrian and Italian countryside during the summer, where he took advantage of the extraordinary light and spectacular hues to paint and sketch landscapes. Among the most exquisite of Klimt's landscapes are those in which he experimented with composition and style. Accompanied by scholarly essays, the images reproduced in this book comprise all extant landscapes from this brilliant artist, proving that his mastery extends beyond portraiture and revealing themes that appeared throughout his life's work.

Gustav Klimt: Landscapes

Prestel USA

Featuring ancient Greek and Roman sculpture, this book explores the history and legacy of ancient statues of Olympian gods. For people in ancient Greece, ornately and imposingly fashioned statues depicting the gods symbolized power or ideal beauty. During the Roman Empire, when sculptors copied Greek models, the sculptures conveyed an aura of education and scholarship. This volume showcases antique sculptures that represent the most important Greek Olympian gods. Culled from the collection of the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden, one of the most important collections of antiquities, this book features objects ranging from the 6th century B.C.E. to the 4th century C.E. The sculptures express the Greek ideal of beauty and the remarkable creative powers of these artists as well as the evolving ways gods were portrayed--from solemn and religiously formal to natural and graceful figures.

Olympian Gods: From the Dresden Sculpture Collection (Barberini Studies)

Westheider, Ortrud

Philipp, Michael

Now available in paperback, this beautifully illustrated biography is the perfect introduction to Monet's artistic achievements. How did Monet's childhood at the seaside influence his art? Why was he so fascinated with water lilies? And why are his paintings still so popular? These and other questions are answered in this lively biography that features exquisite reproductions and an accessible and engaging text. As they learn how the artist employed light and color to magical effect, young readers will develop an understanding of Impressionism's basic principles and Monet's singular genius.

Claude Monet: Magician of Color

Biographies

Now available again, this visually stunning collection of Gustav Klimt's landscape paintings brings to light a lesser-known aspect of the Viennese painter's oeuvre. While Gustav Klimt is largely revered for his opulent, symbolladen portraits of the Viennese bourgeoisie, these works were just one aspect of his artistic expression. His landscapes represent an important facet of his career and are a valuable contribution to the school of European nature painting. For many years the artist travelled to the Austrian and Italian countryside during the summer, where he took advantage of the extraordinary light and spectacular hues to paint and sketch landscapes. Among the most exquisite of Klimt's landscapes are those in which he experimented with composition and style. Accompanied by scholarly essays, the images reproduced in this book comprise all extant landscapes from this brilliant artist, proving that his mastery extends beyond portraiture and revealing themes that appeared throughout his life's work.

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Koja, Stephan. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Books by Koja, Stephan

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Koja, Stephan. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Anton Romako: Admiral Tegettoff in the Naval Battle of Lissa

Shadows of Time: Giambologna, Michelangelo and the Medici Chapel

Der Farbzauberer. Claude Monet.

Claude Monet: The Magician of Colour (Adventures in Art)

Gustav Klimt: A Painted Fairy Tale (Adventures in Art)

Gustav Klimt: Landscapes

Olympian Gods: From the Dresden Sculpture Collection (Barberini Studies)

Claude Monet: Magician of Color

Gustav Klimt: Landscapes