Joan Mitchell: Art Retrospective
Joan Mitchell is a richly illustrated retrospective tracing the artist’s work from early New York paintings to later multipanel compositions made in France. Its chronological chapters combine paintings, works on paper, sketchbooks, photographs and essays, making it a substantial reference for readers interested in Mitchell’s art and life.
At a glance
- Covers Mitchell’s career from early-1950s New York paintings through later work in France.
- Includes paintings, works on paper, sketchbooks and photographs.
- Organized into ten chronological chapters with scholarly texts and essays.
- Published in association with the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines artwork reproductions with writing about Mitchell’s life, artistic development and connections to poetry and music.
- The chronological structure helps readers follow changes across her career.
- Includes less commonly seen paintings and material beyond finished paintings, according to the listing.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Yale University Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Jan. 5 2021 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 384 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0300247273 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0300247275 |
| Weight listed | 2.61 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 26.16 x 4.06 x 29.72 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers studying Joan Mitchell, postwar painting or art history.
- Collectors and museum-goers looking for a substantial illustrated reference.
- Readers interested in artist biographies that combine reproductions and essays.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a short, lightweight introduction or a text-only biography.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as visually striking, with praise for its illustrations and colour reproduction, as well as the writing and account of Mitchell’s life and art. This aligns with the listing’s description of a substantial, image-rich retrospective. Feedback is strongly positive overall, but ratings alone do not establish how it will suit every reader’s expectations.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the illustrations and colour reproduction.
- Customers describe the writing and coverage of Mitchell’s life and art positively.
- Customers often describe the book as beautiful and worthwhile.
Frequently asked questions
What does this book cover?
It presents Joan Mitchell’s art across her career, with paintings, works on paper, sketchbooks, photographs and essays in ten chronological chapters.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 384 pages.
Is the text in English?
Yes. The listed language is English.
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