Description
The Art News Magazine, March 1957, features a captivating cover showcasing Vincent van Gogh's masterpiece, "A Walk in the Evening, Saint-Rémy". This vintage issue, part of a special exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers an extraordinary window into the artistic currents of its time.
This edition is a rare find for collectors of vintage magazines, highlighted by key articles that delve into diverse topics about art and culture. Readers will encounter features such as:
- The "arts" called "primitive" - Isamu Noguchi, Page 24
- Sculptor in the foundry - Eleanor Munro, Page 28
- Young moderns and modern masters, Page 31
- Building a museum on virgin soil - P. M. Bardi, Page 33
- El Greco’s language of gestures - Rudolf Wittkower, Page 44
This magazine captures an essential moment in the history of art, illustrating the evolution of modern artistic expressions and their intersection with established forms. It's an important collector's item that showcases the spirit of 1950s art culture.
Condition-wise, this vintage magazine is in excellent shape with minimal wear typical for its age, making it perfect for display or archival purposes.
Alongside pivotal illustrations, this issue includes:
- Stone jaguar - Olmec culture, Page 24
- Arrival - Lipchitz, Page 28
- Don Juan Antonio Llorente - Goya (colorplate detail), Page 35
- Portrait of a Woman - Picasso (colorplate), Page 37
Whether you are a devoted art enthusiast or a collector looking to expand your library of vintage magazines, this March 1957 issue of Art News offers invaluable insight and delightful visual aesthetics.
