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TitleJu Ming – Sculpting the Living World
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DetailPublished 2014
Pages: 216
Price: HK$230
ISBN: 978-962-215-240-3
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TitleTempting Touch – the Art of Tong King-sum
Description---
DetailPublished 2014
Pages: 172
Price: HK$140
ISBN: 978-962-215-243-4
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TitleHong Kong Contemporary Art Awards 2012
Description---
DetailPublished 2013
Pages: 168
Price: HK$100
ISBN: 978-962-215-237-3
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TitleThe Origin of Dao: New Dimensions in Chinese Contemporary Art
Description---
DetailPublished 2013
Price: HK$410
ISBN: 978-962-215-236-6
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TitleJohnson Chow Su-sing – A Tranquil Heart in Art
DescriptionThis catalogue features a total of 61 representative works of Professor Johnson Chow dating from 1960s to 2000s. Included in this catalogue are scholarly writings and a fully illustrated chronology which provides a comprehensive retrospect on Professor Chow's artistic life spanning more than six decades.
DetailPublished 2011
Pages: 216
Price: HK$315
ISBN: 978-962-215-230-4
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TitleFrom Common to Uncommon – the Legend of Ha Bik-chuen
Description---
DetailPublished 2011
Pages: 160
Price: HK$175
ISBN: 978-962-215-227-4
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TitleLegacy and Creations – Art vs Art
DescriptionThis exhibition catalogue contains the images and information for the artworks by 19 local artists displayed in the exhibition "Legacy and Creations – Art vs Art" held at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Shanghai. To coincide with the "Expo 2010 Shanghai", the exhibition was one of the art and cultural programmes presented by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and co-organized by the Hong Kong Museum of Art and the Museum of Contemporary Art, Shanghai. Apart from the introduction to the artists and their works, this catalogue also features articles contributed by the participating artists, with a view to introduce readers to their experimental efforts in crossing unprecedented boundaries of creation as well as breakthroughs of contemporary art in the technological age.
DetailPublished 2010
Pages: 112
Price: HK$170
ISBN: 978-962-215-224-3
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TitleLegacy and Creations – Ink Art vs Ink Art
DescriptionThis exhibition catalogue includes 46 exhibits and related artists' biographies. On top of these, different scholars are invited to provide articles in analyzing the development of the new ink art movement and contemporary ink painting and calligraphy in Hong Kong, revitalization of the ink tradition and its evolution into a major force in global contemporary art through new techniques and approaches, provides a clear picture to readers about its development.
DetailPublished 2010
Pages: 136
Price: HK$320
ISBN: 978-962-215-221-2
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TitleHong Kong Contemporary Art Biennial Awards 2009
DescriptionThis exhibition catalogue contains 83 pieces of artworks by award winners and entries. It also features articles by 6 of adjudicators from local and overseas, all these reveal the recent development of Hong Kong Art.
DetailPublished 2010
Pages: 156
Price: HK$210
ISBN: 978-962-215-223-6
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TitleLouis Vuitton – A Passion for Creation
DescriptionThe booklet includes 63 colourful images of the highlights of the exhibition "Louis Vuitton: A Passion for Creation". It also features articles by three curators of the three parts of the exhibition to introduce the curatorial concepts as well as the messages behind the art pieces.
DetailPublished 2009
Pages: 96
Price: HK$28
ISBN: 978-962-215-218-2
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TitleAt the East-West Crossroads – The Art of Wucius Wong
DescriptionWucius Wong is a key figure in the circles of art, art education and art criticism of Hong Kong. This fully illustrated catalogue features 77 works from 1950s to date. They are divided into 5 sections to demonstrate his artistic evolution over the decades. The catalogue also includes Wong's own writings on art theory and other critics' analyses of his art.
DetailPublished 2006
Pages: 182
Price: HK$248
ISBN: 962-215-204-10
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TitleArtists and Their Models – Masterpieces from the Centre Pompidou, Paris (Booklet)
DescriptionA convenient pocket-size booklet
DetailPublished 2006
Price: HK$20
ISBN: 962-215-203-1
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TitleArtists and Their Model – Masterpieces from the Centre Pompidou, Paris (Hardcover)
DescriptionThe catalogue includes detailed analysis of all 58 works of the exhibition "Artists and Their Models - Masterpieces from the Centre Pompidou, Paris", and an article by the art scholar of the Centre Pompidou to introduce the development of art throughout the 20th century as well as the changes of the relationship between artists and their models in this decade. It is a good reference that will enable readers to explore the stories behind while viewing the marvellous art pieces. Besides the catalogue, a convenient pocket-size booklet (Price: HK$20) will also be published.
DetailPublished 2006
Pages: 179
Price: HK$200
ISBN: 962-215-202-3
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TitleHong Kong Art Biennial Exhibition 2005
DescriptionThe "Hong Kong Art Biennial 2005" catalogue features the 6 award-winning works of art plus 102 selected entries from the exhibition, as well as artists' statements and reviews from the 10 adjudicators. It provides important clues to readers looking to explore recent developments and trends in Hong Kong art, its diversity and uniqueness. At the same time, readers will be able to learn more about Hong Kong artists.
DetailPublished 2005
Pages: 180
Price: HK$270
ISBN: 962-215-199-10
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TitleThe Way of Landscape – Donation of Chinese Ink Painting by Mr Lau Ping-hang
DescriptionThis catalogue features a selection of Mr Lau Ping-hang's landscape paintings from the 1950s to the 1990s. Lau's highly skilled drawing techniques are beautifully revealed not only in the way he captures the grandeur of mountains and rivers, but also in his refined drawings of more leisured subjects. The catalogue also contains selected articles and poems by Lau, which allow readers the chance to explore the artist's views on art as well as to appreciate the charm of his written words. The ink paintings presented in this catalogue have been donated by Mrs Lau Ping-hang to the Hong Kong Museum of Art for its permanent collections.
DetailPublished 2005
Pages: 128
Price: HK$200
ISBN: 962-215-197-3
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TitleSecret Codes – The Art of Hon Chi-fun
DescriptionPresenting 59 images of representative works by Hon Chi-fun, this catalogue features early landscapes, black-and-white works done in the 1960s and the most recent works executed in 2004, with a special focus on the "circle" theme that is characteristic of the paintings Hon has created over the last decades. Also containing two articles written by Hon and his wife Ms Choi Yan-chi, poems by Hon and a chronology of his life and career, the catalogue brings together all this information in a valuable reference work that will enhance the reader's study and appreciation of Hon's creativity and provide clues for deciphering the secret codes of the artist.
DetailPublished 2005
Pages: 144
Price: HK$210
ISBN: 962-215-196-5
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TitleA Walk on the Path of Art – Donation of Ink Painting and Calligraphy by Mr Lin Jen-tong
DescriptionTo coincide with the memorial exhibition "A Walk on the Path of Art - Donation of Ink Painting and Calligraphy by Mr Lin Jen-tong", a catalogue is published containing images of representative works by Lin from his early period to the 90s. Featuring landscapes, figures, flower-and-bird paintings and calligraphic works, this fully illustrated publication also includes a chronology of Lin's career as well as inscriptions that he wrote for his paintings. All this information is brought together in a valuable reference work that will enhance the reader's study and appreciation of Lin's creativity on his path of art.
DetailPublished 2004
Pages: 112
Price: HK$165
ISBN: 962-215-191-4
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TitleTopologies of the Instant – N+N Corsino
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DetailPublished 2004
Pages: 124
Price: HK$180
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TitleLiu Guosong – A Universe of His Own (Hardcover)
DescriptionThe catalogue "Liu Guosong - A Universe of His Own" features 65 masterpieces of Liu Guosong, articles by three famous scholars and selected discourse on painting by the artist. It provides a full picture of Liu's development of his creative process since 1960s. Readers can also have a better understanding to the avant-garde ideas, practice and movement launched by this pioneer of the 20th century modern Chinese ink painting.
DetailPublished 2004
Pages: 278
Price: HK$380
ISBN: 962-215-189-2
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TitleLiu Guosong – A Universe of His Own (Paperback)
DescriptionThe catalogue "Liu Guosong - A Universe of His Own" features 65 masterpieces of Liu Guosong, articles by three famous scholars and selected discourse on painting by the artist. It provides a full picture of Liu's development of his creative process since 1960s. Readers can also have a better understanding to the avant-garde ideas, practice and movement launched by this pioneer of the 20th century modern Chinese ink painting.
DetailPublished 2004
Pages: 278
Price: HK$250
ISBN: 962-215-189-2
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TitleHong Kong Art Biennial Exhibition 2003
DescriptionThe "Hong Kong Art Biennial 2003" catalogue features the ten award-winning works of art and 100 selected entries from the exhibition as well as review articles by six adjudicators of this year's Biennial. It provides an important clue to survey the recent development in Hong Kong art.
DetailPublished 2003
Pages: 206
Price: HK$220
ISBN: 962-215-188-4
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TitleSun Xingge: Chinese Painting and Calligraphy
DescriptionFeaturing an essay on the artist as well as a detailed biography, this fully illustrated exhibition catalogue contains 38 representative works by Sun Xingge dating from the mid-1970s to the 1990s. Given that this is the first exhibition of his paintings and calligraphy since 1977, the catalogue represents a significant reference work on the unique artistic development of the artist.
DetailPublished 2003
Pages: 99
Price: HK$145
ISBN: 962-215-186-8
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TitleLü Shoukun – New Ink Painting (Booklet)
DescriptionIllustrated with 34 representative works, among them ink paintings that assimilate traditional techniques of Chinese art and others drawn from his unique series of Zen paintings, the booklet accompanying this exhibition also contains an article, "The Way of Ink Painting - The Origin and In Search of Zen", which introduces Lü Shoukun's theories of art. Also including a brief chronology, the booklet highlights the artistic development and distinctive accomplishments of this master of new ink painting.
DetailPublished 2002
Pages: 64
Price: HK$35
ISBN: 962-215-183-3
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TitleAlberto Giacometti
DescriptionIntroducing 66 sculptures, prints and drawings by the internationally renowned Swiss artist who was so closely associated with the Existentialist movement, the high-quality illustrations in this exhibition catalogue are accompanied by in-depth discussions between contemporary artists and literary experts that will open up to readers new and very different perspectives on Giacometti's works.
DetailPublished 2002
Pages: 191
Price: HK$294
ISBN: 962-215-181-7
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TitleThe Golden Section – French Cubism
DescriptionFrance is the place where modern art trends of the 20th century emerged and matured, such as Cubism by Picasso in 1911. It soon became different modes of expressions by further experiments from each of the participating artist. This catalogue featured about 90 masterpieces from over 30 prestigious public and private museums and institutions in France, provides an overview of the evolution of the Cubist School and also puts into the context the international art trends current in the early 20th century. Thematic essays, biographies of the artists and introduction to the art pieces were also included in this catalogue, providing useful reference of the development of modern art for the readers.
DetailPublished 2001
Pages: 297
Price: HK$288
ISBN: 962-215-175-2
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TitleHong Kong Artists Volume II
DescriptionThe publication of the series of collection catalogues on "Hong Kong Artists" aims to give a more visual picture of the artistic styles and distinctive accomplishments of local artists. Volume II contains selected works from museum collection by 40 artists born between 1920 and 1929, complemented by biographical notes and exhibition records. It serves to provide the audience a more comprehensive understanding of the artists, their styles and artistic development.
DetailPublished 2000
Pages: 179
Price: HK$345
ISBN: 962-215-171-10
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TitleNice Movements – Contemporary French Art
DescriptionNice is situated on the quiet and beautiful Côte d' Azur in France. The City is also an attractive spot for cultural tourism where well-known artists frequented or settled, arouse some important art trends such as Fluxus in the 60s. This catalogue featured about 60 selected representative art pieces by 11 artists from the collection of Nice Museums, including César, Klein, Arman, Raysse, Gilli and Ben, etc., fully demonstrated the unique characteristic and achievement of the art in Nice. The introduction to the brief history of art in Nice, biographical notes and descriptions of styles of the artists are also provided for reference of the readers.
DetailPublished 2000
Pages: 298
Price: HK$174
ISBN: 962-215-168-10
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TitleMasterpieces – The Origins of Modern Art in France 1880-1939
DescriptionThis fully illustrated catalogue features some of the most significant masterpieces of the French public collections during the period from1880 to 1940. 75 art pieces by 69 masters were featured, such as Monet, Cézanne, Gauguin, Rodin, Matisse, Miró, Picasso, Kandinsky and others who prominently involved in modern art movements in France. An introduction to the history of modern art in France and descriptions to the masterpieces were also included in this catalogue, effectively presented the achievements of the creations by the masters.
DetailPublished 1999
Pages: 419
Price: HK$240
ISBN: 962-215-164-7
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TitleThe COBRA Movement – 50 Years
DescriptionThe COBRA is an art movement started after the World War II with members mainly drawn from Denmark, Belgium and the Netherlands. The word COBRA also comes from the initial letters of the capitals - Copenhagen, Brussels and Amsterdam. Although the group of artists stayed together for only 3 years, their members were active and influential in the European art scene throughout the second half of the 20th century.
DetailPublished 1999
Pages: 155
Price: HK$130
ISBN: 962-215-163-9
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TitleContemporary Hong Kong Art Biennial Exhibition 1998
DescriptionThe "Contemporary Hong Kong Art Biennial 1998" catalogue presents the award-winning works of art plus selected entries from the exhibition as well as reviews by the adjudicators. It provides an important clue to survey the recent development in Hong Kong art.
DetailPublished 1998
Pages: 185
Price: HK$290
ISBN: 962-215-160-4
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TitleBeyond Image – A Retrospective of Olivier Debre
DescriptionOlivier Debré is a contemporary master of abstract art in France. His unique ways of expressions, free and passionate brushwork, bright colour, dynamic spaces and vigour was reflected in his paintings. This catalogue features 49 representative paintings and sculptures from the 40s to 90s by Debré, chronology notes and thematic essays, providing the readers a deeper insight into his achievements and artistic realm.
DetailPublished 1998
Pages: 156
Price: HK$150
ISBN: 962-215-157-4
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TitleIcelandic Painting of the 20th Century
DescriptionModern Icelandic art has a character of its own, though its roots come from those international movements in art, which emerged in Europe during the second half of the nineteenth century. This catalogue features 49 representative paintings of the 20th century from the collection of the National Gallery of Iceland as well as thematic essay on Icelandic art, providing comprehensive information for the readers to know more about the art in Iceland.
DetailPublished 1997
Pages: 143
Price: HK$170
ISBN: 962-215-156-6
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TitleMasterpieces of Western Oil Painting from the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum
DescriptionThis fully illustrated exhibition catalogue features 61 representative Western oil paintings selected from the collection of the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum. These art pieces focus on landscape and portraits, reflecting the development of major schools of European painting in the recent 500 years. Representative works by different landscape masters were included, such as Ruysdael and Lorrain；Impressionists such as Sisley, Pissaro, Monet and Renoir；Fauvists such as Chirico and other masters such as Chagall. It is a rare and unprecedented opportunity that this comprehensive catalogue that covering such a wide scope be published in Hong Kong.
DetailPublished 1997
Pages: 192
Price: HK$270
ISBN: 962-215-153-1
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TitleHong Kong Art 1997
DescriptionThe "Hong Kong Art 1997" catalogue presents 85 works in various media selected from the collection of the Hong Kong Museum of Art that exhibited in Beijing and Guangzhou in 1997. The illustrations are also complemented by biographical notes and introduction to the unique styles of the artists. Essays on the history and development of art in Hong Kong by scholars were also included, serves to provide comprehensive research materials for reference.
DetailPublished 1997
Pages: 251
Price: HK$360
ISBN: 962-215-154-10
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TitleProfound Image – A Retrospective of Chu Teh-chun
DescriptionChu Teh-chun moved to France in 1955. His early works were influenced by the Parisian Academic style and later inspired by the works of Nicolas de Stael, he began to explore abstract visions to express his sentiments and passion by using subtle color tones, abstract images and fluent brushwork as his artistic language. This catalogue features 34 of his masterpieces which reveal his unique painting style over the last decade.
DetailPublished 1997
Pages: 71
Price: HK$100
ISBN: 962-215-152-3
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TitleThe Art of Lee Byng
Description"The Art of Lee Byng" catalogue features 50 selected oil paintings and watercolours by Lee during 1920s to 1980s. The artistic development and distinctive accomplishments of this master in 1930s to 1950s is highlighted through the thematic essay and the chronology at the catalogue.
DetailPublished 1996
Pages: 127
Price: HK$200
ISBN: 962-215-149-3
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TitleAsian Watercolours '96: Hong Kong
Description"Asian Watercolours '96: Hong Kong" features some 130 representative works of noted watecolourists from the members of The Asian Watercolour Confederation in 7 countries. These works in distinctive styles reveal the recent development and trends of Asian watercolours. Biographical notes of the artists were included, providing useful reference for readers to know more about Asian watercolours.
DetailPublished 1996
Pages: 254
Price: HK$140
ISBN: 962-215-146-9
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TitleHK Art Biennial Exh. '96
Description"Asian Watercolours '96: Hong Kong" features some 130 representative works of noted watecolourists from the members of The Asian Watercolour Confederation in 7 countries. These works in distinctive styles reveal the recent development and trends of Asian watercolours. Biographical notes of the artists were included, providing useful reference for readers to know more about Asian watercolours.
DetailPublished 1996
Pages: 179
Price: HK$220
ISBN: 962-215-148-5
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TitleHong Kong Ceramics 1985-1995
Description"Hong Kong Ceramics 1985-1995" catalogue features representative works by about 40 artists active in the mid 1980s to mid 1990s, reflecting the development of ceramic arts in-between the 10 years from 1985 to 1995. Essays on the history and development of ceramic art in Hong Kong by senior ceramic artists were also included, providing important research materials for reference.
DetailPublished 1996
Pages: 195
Price: HK$240
ISBN: 962-215-144-2
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TitleInfinite Image and Space – A Retrospective of Zao Wou-ki
DescriptionThe abstract paintings by Zao Wou-ki have been highly synthesized with the oriental culture, dispersing a mysterious and unknown attractiveness, has reached an infinite spiritual world by his un-describable skills. This catalogue features selected representative paintings by Zao from 1920s to 1990s, his chronology, photos as well as thematic essays, providing a comprehensive picture for readers to know more about the art of Zao.
DetailPublished 1996
Pages: 312
Price: HK$290
ISBN: 962-215-143-4
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TitleThe Art of Ng Po Wan
Description"The Art of Ng Po Wan" catalogue features 51 selected oil paintings, watercolours and sketches by Ng during 1929 to 1993. The artistic development and distinctive accomplishments of this master is highlighted through the thematic essay and the chronology at the catalogue.
DetailPublished 1995
Pages: 125
Price: HK$140
ISBN: 962-215-134-5
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TitleHong Kong Artists Volume I
DescriptionThe publication of the series of collection catalogues on "Hong Kong Artists" aims to give a more visual picture of the artistic styles and distinctive accomplishments of local artists. Volume 1 contains a chronology on the development of Hong Kong art as well as selected works from museum collection by 108 artists active in the early Hong Kong art scene, complemented by biographical notes and exhibition records. It serves to provide the audience a more comprehensive understanding of the artists, their styles and artistic development.
DetailPublished 1995
Pages: 396
Price: HK$300
ISBN: 962-215-129-9
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TitleBalthus
Description'He is an author of "a modern anti-modern painting"' - Derain
Balthus is a great artist in the 20th century, though his style does not belong to the period. The catalogue includes 20 excellent works by Balthus that selected from the collection of the Centre Pompidou, Paris and private collections, representing his unique style : between classicism and modernity, between immobilize and latent violent, between ambiguous and metaphorical. Biographical notes and essay on the artist were also included in the catalogue, providing useful reference for the readers to learn more about the art of Balthus.
DetailPublished 1995
Pages: 108
Price: HK$130
ISBN: 962-215-132-9
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TitleLingnan Spirit – A Retrospective of Yang Shanshen
DescriptionThis catalogue features a total of 128 representative works of the Lingnan master Yang Shanshen (1913-2004) dating from early 1930s to 1990s, reviewing his artistic development and revealing his great versatility and creativity with the ink medium. The catalogue is also accompanied by an essay and a chronology introducing the art and life of master Yang.
DetailPublished 1995
Pages: 317
Price: HK$200
ISBN: 962-215-130-2
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TitleBeyond Switzerland – Works by Contemporary Swiss Artists
DescriptionThe works by 22 renowned contemporary Swiss artists reflect most vividly the impact and influences of the new art trends in 1980s in Europe on the multicultural Swiss art scene. The diversity and multifaceted variety of art creation in Switzerland also foresee the new waves of contemporary art in the last decade of the 20th century.
DetailPublished 1995
Pages: 135
Price: HK$170
ISBN: 962-215-128-0
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TitleThe Passionate Realm – A Retrospective of Fang Zhaoling
DescriptionThis catalogue features the representative ink paintings by the senior local artist Fang Zhaolin (1914-2006) dating from 1950s to 1990s and provides not only a retrospective review to the development of her unique artistic style, but also her great passion towards the local community and the nation. This catalogue is also accompanied by an essay and chronology.
DetailPublished 1994
Pages: 270
Price: HK$370
ISBN: 962-215-126-4
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TitleContemporary Hong Kong Art Biennial Exhibition 1994
DescriptionThe "Contemporary Hong Kong Art Biennial 1994" catalogue presents the award-winning works of art plus selected entries from the exhibition as well as reviews by the adjudicators. It provides an important clue to survey the recent development in Hong Kong art.
DetailPublished 1994
Pages: 103
Price: HK$130
ISBN: 962-215-125-6
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TitleWong Siu Ling
DescriptionThe "Wong Siu Ling" catalogue features 20 oil paintings and watercolours that donated to the Hong Kong Museum of Art by the Wong's family, including "San Francisco's Ferry Building" which won the honour award at the California State Watercolour Exhibition. Also including a thematic essay and a chronology, the catalogue highlights the artistic development and distinctive accomplishments of this master.
DetailPublished 1994
Pages: 59
Price: HK$110
ISBN: 962-215-118-3
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TitleCheung Yee Sculpture – Ancient Imagery Modern Vision
DescriptionFeaturing a thematic essay on the artist and artists' statements to each of the works, this fully illustrated exhibition catalogue "Cheung Yee Sculpture - Ancient Imagery Modern Vision" contains representative works including sculptures, prints and sketches by Cheung dating from the 1960s to the 1990s. Given that this is the second solo exhibition of Cheung at the City Museum and Art Gallery, Hong Kong (former Hong Kong Museum of Art) since 1964, the catalogue represents a significant reference works on the unique artistic development of the artist.
DetailPublished 1993
Pages: 168
Price: HK$150
ISBN: 962-215-116-7
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TitleContemporary Art in Glass – Murano Venice 1992
DescriptionThere is a long history of glass-making in Murano Island in Venice, Italy. It has extraordinary ability to adapt to the trends of styles and sometimes even taking the leads. This catalogue features 50 works by 5 contemporary artists sculpturing in glass on Murano. These sculptures fully illustrated the uniqueness and infinite possibility in glass: clear, simple, smooth, colourful as well as the frozen movements.
DetailPublished 1992
Pages: 88
Price: HK$66
ISBN: 962-215-111-6
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TitleCity Vibrance
Description"City Vibrance", a catalogue published to coincide with the first thematic exhibition on contemporary Hong Kong art presented in the Special Exhibition Gallery of the new museum. It features 49 artists' contemporary artworks, giving exploration of artistic sensitivity and response to the living environment in a cosmopolitan city like Hong Kong.
DetailPublished 1991
Pages: 117
Price: HK$99
ISBN: 962-215-106-10
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TitleToo French
Description"Too French", the inaugural exhibition of the Hong Kong Museum of Art in 1991. This fully illustrated catalogue features over 120 works of about 20 French masters as well as critical essays that support or refute the underlying proposition. It is thus a critical survey rather than a mere catalogue of artists of varying celebrity.
DetailPublished 1991
Pages: 267
Price: HK$162
ISBN: 962-215-103-5
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TitleModern Art form the Collection of Mary & George Bloch
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DetailPublished 1987
Price: HK$96
ISBN: 962-215-080-2
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TitleThe Art of Henry Moore
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DetailPublished 1986
Price: HK$150
ISBN: 962-215-071-3
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TitleJu Ming – Sculpting the Living WorldDescription---DetailPublished 2014
TitleTempting Touch – the Art of Tong King-sumDescription---DetailPublished 2014
TitleHong Kong Contemporary Art Awards 2012Description---DetailPublished 2013
TitleThe Origin of Dao: New Dimensions in Chinese Contemporary ArtDescription---DetailPublished 2013
TitleJohnson Chow Su-sing – A Tranquil Heart in ArtDescriptionThis catalogue features a total of 61 representative works of Professor Johnson Chow dating from 1960s to 2000s. Included in this catalogue are scholarly writings and a fully illustrated chronology which provides a comprehensive retrospect on Professor Chow's artistic life spanning more than six decades.DetailPublished 2011
TitleFrom Common to Uncommon – the Legend of Ha Bik-chuenDescription---DetailPublished 2011
TitleLegacy and Creations – Art vs ArtDescriptionThis exhibition catalogue contains the images and information for the artworks by 19 local artists displayed in the exhibition "Legacy and Creations – Art vs Art" held at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Shanghai. To coincide with the "Expo 2010 Shanghai", the exhibition was one of the art and cultural programmes presented by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and co-organized by the Hong Kong Museum of Art and the Museum of Contemporary Art, Shanghai. Apart from the introduction to the artists and their works, this catalogue also features articles contributed by the participating artists, with a view to introduce readers to their experimental efforts in crossing unprecedented boundaries of creation as well as breakthroughs of contemporary art in the technological age.DetailPublished 2010
TitleLegacy and Creations – Ink Art vs Ink ArtDescriptionThis exhibition catalogue includes 46 exhibits and related artists' biographies. On top of these, different scholars are invited to provide articles in analyzing the development of the new ink art movement and contemporary ink painting and calligraphy in Hong Kong, revitalization of the ink tradition and its evolution into a major force in global contemporary art through new techniques and approaches, provides a clear picture to readers about its development.DetailPublished 2010
TitleHong Kong Contemporary Art Biennial Awards 2009DescriptionThis exhibition catalogue contains 83 pieces of artworks by award winners and entries. It also features articles by 6 of adjudicators from local and overseas, all these reveal the recent development of Hong Kong Art.DetailPublished 2010
TitleLouis Vuitton – A Passion for CreationDescriptionThe booklet includes 63 colourful images of the highlights of the exhibition "Louis Vuitton: A Passion for Creation". It also features articles by three curators of the three parts of the exhibition to introduce the curatorial concepts as well as the messages behind the art pieces.DetailPublished 2009
TitleAt the East-West Crossroads – The Art of Wucius WongDescriptionWucius Wong is a key figure in the circles of art, art education and art criticism of Hong Kong. This fully illustrated catalogue features 77 works from 1950s to date. They are divided into 5 sections to demonstrate his artistic evolution over the decades. The catalogue also includes Wong's own writings on art theory and other critics' analyses of his art.DetailPublished 2006
TitleArtists and Their Models – Masterpieces from the Centre Pompidou, Paris (Booklet)DescriptionA convenient pocket-size bookletDetailPublished 2006
TitleArtists and Their Model – Masterpieces from the Centre Pompidou, Paris (Hardcover)DescriptionThe catalogue includes detailed analysis of all 58 works of the exhibition "Artists and Their Models - Masterpieces from the Centre Pompidou, Paris", and an article by the art scholar of the Centre Pompidou to introduce the development of art throughout the 20th century as well as the changes of the relationship between artists and their models in this decade. It is a good reference that will enable readers to explore the stories behind while viewing the marvellous art pieces. Besides the catalogue, a convenient pocket-size booklet (Price: HK$20) will also be published.DetailPublished 2006
TitleHong Kong Art Biennial Exhibition 2005DescriptionThe "Hong Kong Art Biennial 2005" catalogue features the 6 award-winning works of art plus 102 selected entries from the exhibition, as well as artists' statements and reviews from the 10 adjudicators. It provides important clues to readers looking to explore recent developments and trends in Hong Kong art, its diversity and uniqueness. At the same time, readers will be able to learn more about Hong Kong artists.DetailPublished 2005
TitleThe Way of Landscape – Donation of Chinese Ink Painting by Mr Lau Ping-hangDescriptionThis catalogue features a selection of Mr Lau Ping-hang's landscape paintings from the 1950s to the 1990s. Lau's highly skilled drawing techniques are beautifully revealed not only in the way he captures the grandeur of mountains and rivers, but also in his refined drawings of more leisured subjects. The catalogue also contains selected articles and poems by Lau, which allow readers the chance to explore the artist's views on art as well as to appreciate the charm of his written words. The ink paintings presented in this catalogue have been donated by Mrs Lau Ping-hang to the Hong Kong Museum of Art for its permanent collections.DetailPublished 2005
TitleSecret Codes – The Art of Hon Chi-funDescriptionPresenting 59 images of representative works by Hon Chi-fun, this catalogue features early landscapes, black-and-white works done in the 1960s and the most recent works executed in 2004, with a special focus on the "circle" theme that is characteristic of the paintings Hon has created over the last decades. Also containing two articles written by Hon and his wife Ms Choi Yan-chi, poems by Hon and a chronology of his life and career, the catalogue brings together all this information in a valuable reference work that will enhance the reader's study and appreciation of Hon's creativity and provide clues for deciphering the secret codes of the artist.DetailPublished 2005
TitleA Walk on the Path of Art – Donation of Ink Painting and Calligraphy by Mr Lin Jen-tongDescriptionTo coincide with the memorial exhibition "A Walk on the Path of Art - Donation of Ink Painting and Calligraphy by Mr Lin Jen-tong", a catalogue is published containing images of representative works by Lin from his early period to the 90s. Featuring landscapes, figures, flower-and-bird paintings and calligraphic works, this fully illustrated publication also includes a chronology of Lin's career as well as inscriptions that he wrote for his paintings. All this information is brought together in a valuable reference work that will enhance the reader's study and appreciation of Lin's creativity on his path of art.DetailPublished 2004
TitleTopologies of the Instant – N+N CorsinoDescription---DetailPublished 2004
TitleLiu Guosong – A Universe of His Own (Hardcover)DescriptionThe catalogue "Liu Guosong - A Universe of His Own" features 65 masterpieces of Liu Guosong, articles by three famous scholars and selected discourse on painting by the artist. It provides a full picture of Liu's development of his creative process since 1960s. Readers can also have a better understanding to the avant-garde ideas, practice and movement launched by this pioneer of the 20th century modern Chinese ink painting.DetailPublished 2004
TitleLiu Guosong – A Universe of His Own (Paperback)DescriptionThe catalogue "Liu Guosong - A Universe of His Own" features 65 masterpieces of Liu Guosong, articles by three famous scholars and selected discourse on painting by the artist. It provides a full picture of Liu's development of his creative process since 1960s. Readers can also have a better understanding to the avant-garde ideas, practice and movement launched by this pioneer of the 20th century modern Chinese ink painting.DetailPublished 2004
TitleHong Kong Art Biennial Exhibition 2003DescriptionThe "Hong Kong Art Biennial 2003" catalogue features the ten award-winning works of art and 100 selected entries from the exhibition as well as review articles by six adjudicators of this year's Biennial. It provides an important clue to survey the recent development in Hong Kong art.DetailPublished 2003
TitleSun Xingge: Chinese Painting and CalligraphyDescriptionFeaturing an essay on the artist as well as a detailed biography, this fully illustrated exhibition catalogue contains 38 representative works by Sun Xingge dating from the mid-1970s to the 1990s. Given that this is the first exhibition of his paintings and calligraphy since 1977, the catalogue represents a significant reference work on the unique artistic development of the artist.DetailPublished 2003
TitleLü Shoukun – New Ink Painting (Booklet)DescriptionIllustrated with 34 representative works, among them ink paintings that assimilate traditional techniques of Chinese art and others drawn from his unique series of Zen paintings, the booklet accompanying this exhibition also contains an article, "The Way of Ink Painting - The Origin and In Search of Zen", which introduces Lü Shoukun's theories of art. Also including a brief chronology, the booklet highlights the artistic development and distinctive accomplishments of this master of new ink painting.DetailPublished 2002
TitleAlberto GiacomettiDescriptionIntroducing 66 sculptures, prints and drawings by the internationally renowned Swiss artist who was so closely associated with the Existentialist movement, the high-quality illustrations in this exhibition catalogue are accompanied by in-depth discussions between contemporary artists and literary experts that will open up to readers new and very different perspectives on Giacometti's works.DetailPublished 2002
TitleThe Golden Section – French CubismDescriptionFrance is the place where modern art trends of the 20th century emerged and matured, such as Cubism by Picasso in 1911. It soon became different modes of expressions by further experiments from each of the participating artist. This catalogue featured about 90 masterpieces from over 30 prestigious public and private museums and institutions in France, provides an overview of the evolution of the Cubist School and also puts into the context the international art trends current in the early 20th century. Thematic essays, biographies of the artists and introduction to the art pieces were also included in this catalogue, providing useful reference of the development of modern art for the readers.DetailPublished 2001
TitleHong Kong Artists Volume IIDescriptionThe publication of the series of collection catalogues on "Hong Kong Artists" aims to give a more visual picture of the artistic styles and distinctive accomplishments of local artists. Volume II contains selected works from museum collection by 40 artists born between 1920 and 1929, complemented by biographical notes and exhibition records. It serves to provide the audience a more comprehensive understanding of the artists, their styles and artistic development.DetailPublished 2000
TitleNice Movements – Contemporary French ArtDescriptionNice is situated on the quiet and beautiful Côte d' Azur in France. The City is also an attractive spot for cultural tourism where well-known artists frequented or settled, arouse some important art trends such as Fluxus in the 60s. This catalogue featured about 60 selected representative art pieces by 11 artists from the collection of Nice Museums, including César, Klein, Arman, Raysse, Gilli and Ben, etc., fully demonstrated the unique characteristic and achievement of the art in Nice. The introduction to the brief history of art in Nice, biographical notes and descriptions of styles of the artists are also provided for reference of the readers.DetailPublished 2000
TitleMasterpieces – The Origins of Modern Art in France 1880-1939DescriptionThis fully illustrated catalogue features some of the most significant masterpieces of the French public collections during the period from1880 to 1940. 75 art pieces by 69 masters were featured, such as Monet, Cézanne, Gauguin, Rodin, Matisse, Miró, Picasso, Kandinsky and others who prominently involved in modern art movements in France. An introduction to the history of modern art in France and descriptions to the masterpieces were also included in this catalogue, effectively presented the achievements of the creations by the masters.DetailPublished 1999
TitleThe COBRA Movement – 50 YearsDescriptionThe COBRA is an art movement started after the World War II with members mainly drawn from Denmark, Belgium and the Netherlands. The word COBRA also comes from the initial letters of the capitals - Copenhagen, Brussels and Amsterdam. Although the group of artists stayed together for only 3 years, their members were active and influential in the European art scene throughout the second half of the 20th century.DetailPublished 1999
TitleContemporary Hong Kong Art Biennial Exhibition 1998DescriptionThe "Contemporary Hong Kong Art Biennial 1998" catalogue presents the award-winning works of art plus selected entries from the exhibition as well as reviews by the adjudicators. It provides an important clue to survey the recent development in Hong Kong art.DetailPublished 1998
TitleBeyond Image – A Retrospective of Olivier DebreDescriptionOlivier Debré is a contemporary master of abstract art in France. His unique ways of expressions, free and passionate brushwork, bright colour, dynamic spaces and vigour was reflected in his paintings. This catalogue features 49 representative paintings and sculptures from the 40s to 90s by Debré, chronology notes and thematic essays, providing the readers a deeper insight into his achievements and artistic realm.DetailPublished 1998
TitleIcelandic Painting of the 20th CenturyDescriptionModern Icelandic art has a character of its own, though its roots come from those international movements in art, which emerged in Europe during the second half of the nineteenth century. This catalogue features 49 representative paintings of the 20th century from the collection of the National Gallery of Iceland as well as thematic essay on Icelandic art, providing comprehensive information for the readers to know more about the art in Iceland.DetailPublished 1997
TitleMasterpieces of Western Oil Painting from the Tokyo Fuji Art MuseumDescriptionThis fully illustrated exhibition catalogue features 61 representative Western oil paintings selected from the collection of the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum. These art pieces focus on landscape and portraits, reflecting the development of major schools of European painting in the recent 500 years. Representative works by different landscape masters were included, such as Ruysdael and Lorrain；Impressionists such as Sisley, Pissaro, Monet and Renoir；Fauvists such as Chirico and other masters such as Chagall. It is a rare and unprecedented opportunity that this comprehensive catalogue that covering such a wide scope be published in Hong Kong.DetailPublished 1997
TitleHong Kong Art 1997DescriptionThe "Hong Kong Art 1997" catalogue presents 85 works in various media selected from the collection of the Hong Kong Museum of Art that exhibited in Beijing and Guangzhou in 1997. The illustrations are also complemented by biographical notes and introduction to the unique styles of the artists. Essays on the history and development of art in Hong Kong by scholars were also included, serves to provide comprehensive research materials for reference.DetailPublished 1997
TitleProfound Image – A Retrospective of Chu Teh-chunDescriptionChu Teh-chun moved to France in 1955. His early works were influenced by the Parisian Academic style and later inspired by the works of Nicolas de Stael, he began to explore abstract visions to express his sentiments and passion by using subtle color tones, abstract images and fluent brushwork as his artistic language. This catalogue features 34 of his masterpieces which reveal his unique painting style over the last decade.DetailPublished 1997
TitleThe Art of Lee ByngDescription"The Art of Lee Byng" catalogue features 50 selected oil paintings and watercolours by Lee during 1920s to 1980s. The artistic development and distinctive accomplishments of this master in 1930s to 1950s is highlighted through the thematic essay and the chronology at the catalogue.DetailPublished 1996
TitleAsian Watercolours '96: Hong KongDescription"Asian Watercolours '96: Hong Kong" features some 130 representative works of noted watecolourists from the members of The Asian Watercolour Confederation in 7 countries. These works in distinctive styles reveal the recent development and trends of Asian watercolours. Biographical notes of the artists were included, providing useful reference for readers to know more about Asian watercolours.DetailPublished 1996
TitleHK Art Biennial Exh. '96Description"Asian Watercolours '96: Hong Kong" features some 130 representative works of noted watecolourists from the members of The Asian Watercolour Confederation in 7 countries. These works in distinctive styles reveal the recent development and trends of Asian watercolours. Biographical notes of the artists were included, providing useful reference for readers to know more about Asian watercolours.DetailPublished 1996
TitleHong Kong Ceramics 1985-1995Description"Hong Kong Ceramics 1985-1995" catalogue features representative works by about 40 artists active in the mid 1980s to mid 1990s, reflecting the development of ceramic arts in-between the 10 years from 1985 to 1995. Essays on the history and development of ceramic art in Hong Kong by senior ceramic artists were also included, providing important research materials for reference.DetailPublished 1996
TitleInfinite Image and Space – A Retrospective of Zao Wou-kiDescriptionThe abstract paintings by Zao Wou-ki have been highly synthesized with the oriental culture, dispersing a mysterious and unknown attractiveness, has reached an infinite spiritual world by his un-describable skills. This catalogue features selected representative paintings by Zao from 1920s to 1990s, his chronology, photos as well as thematic essays, providing a comprehensive picture for readers to know more about the art of Zao.DetailPublished 1996
TitleThe Art of Ng Po WanDescription"The Art of Ng Po Wan" catalogue features 51 selected oil paintings, watercolours and sketches by Ng during 1929 to 1993. The artistic development and distinctive accomplishments of this master is highlighted through the thematic essay and the chronology at the catalogue.DetailPublished 1995
TitleHong Kong Artists Volume IDescriptionThe publication of the series of collection catalogues on "Hong Kong Artists" aims to give a more visual picture of the artistic styles and distinctive accomplishments of local artists. Volume 1 contains a chronology on the development of Hong Kong art as well as selected works from museum collection by 108 artists active in the early Hong Kong art scene, complemented by biographical notes and exhibition records. It serves to provide the audience a more comprehensive understanding of the artists, their styles and artistic development.DetailPublished 1995
TitleBalthusDescription'He is an author of "a modern anti-modern painting"' - Derain
TitleLingnan Spirit – A Retrospective of Yang ShanshenDescriptionThis catalogue features a total of 128 representative works of the Lingnan master Yang Shanshen (1913-2004) dating from early 1930s to 1990s, reviewing his artistic development and revealing his great versatility and creativity with the ink medium. The catalogue is also accompanied by an essay and a chronology introducing the art and life of master Yang.DetailPublished 1995
TitleBeyond Switzerland – Works by Contemporary Swiss ArtistsDescriptionThe works by 22 renowned contemporary Swiss artists reflect most vividly the impact and influences of the new art trends in 1980s in Europe on the multicultural Swiss art scene. The diversity and multifaceted variety of art creation in Switzerland also foresee the new waves of contemporary art in the last decade of the 20th century.DetailPublished 1995
TitleThe Passionate Realm – A Retrospective of Fang ZhaolingDescriptionThis catalogue features the representative ink paintings by the senior local artist Fang Zhaolin (1914-2006) dating from 1950s to 1990s and provides not only a retrospective review to the development of her unique artistic style, but also her great passion towards the local community and the nation. This catalogue is also accompanied by an essay and chronology.DetailPublished 1994
TitleContemporary Hong Kong Art Biennial Exhibition 1994DescriptionThe "Contemporary Hong Kong Art Biennial 1994" catalogue presents the award-winning works of art plus selected entries from the exhibition as well as reviews by the adjudicators. It provides an important clue to survey the recent development in Hong Kong art.DetailPublished 1994
TitleWong Siu LingDescriptionThe "Wong Siu Ling" catalogue features 20 oil paintings and watercolours that donated to the Hong Kong Museum of Art by the Wong's family, including "San Francisco's Ferry Building" which won the honour award at the California State Watercolour Exhibition. Also including a thematic essay and a chronology, the catalogue highlights the artistic development and distinctive accomplishments of this master.DetailPublished 1994
TitleCheung Yee Sculpture – Ancient Imagery Modern VisionDescriptionFeaturing a thematic essay on the artist and artists' statements to each of the works, this fully illustrated exhibition catalogue "Cheung Yee Sculpture - Ancient Imagery Modern Vision" contains representative works including sculptures, prints and sketches by Cheung dating from the 1960s to the 1990s. Given that this is the second solo exhibition of Cheung at the City Museum and Art Gallery, Hong Kong (former Hong Kong Museum of Art) since 1964, the catalogue represents a significant reference works on the unique artistic development of the artist.DetailPublished 1993
TitleContemporary Art in Glass – Murano Venice 1992DescriptionThere is a long history of glass-making in Murano Island in Venice, Italy. It has extraordinary ability to adapt to the trends of styles and sometimes even taking the leads. This catalogue features 50 works by 5 contemporary artists sculpturing in glass on Murano. These sculptures fully illustrated the uniqueness and infinite possibility in glass: clear, simple, smooth, colourful as well as the frozen movements.DetailPublished 1992
TitleCity VibranceDescription"City Vibrance", a catalogue published to coincide with the first thematic exhibition on contemporary Hong Kong art presented in the Special Exhibition Gallery of the new museum. It features 49 artists' contemporary artworks, giving exploration of artistic sensitivity and response to the living environment in a cosmopolitan city like Hong Kong.DetailPublished 1991
TitleToo FrenchDescription"Too French", the inaugural exhibition of the Hong Kong Museum of Art in 1991. This fully illustrated catalogue features over 120 works of about 20 French masters as well as critical essays that support or refute the underlying proposition. It is thus a critical survey rather than a mere catalogue of artists of varying celebrity.DetailPublished 1991
TitleModern Art form the Collection of Mary & George BlochDescription---DetailPublished 1987
TitleThe Art of Henry MooreDescription---DetailPublished 1986