Title: Beksiński: Malarstwo / Painting
Published Year: 2019
Publisher: Bosz Publishing House
Author(s): Wiesław Banach, Wiesław Ochman, Dorota Szomko-OsekowskaLanguage(s) of the text: English, Polish
ISBN: 978-83-7576-623-3
Number of pages: 64
Number of Pictures: 56
Size: 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches (14 × 19 × 1 cm
Weight: 0.66 pounds (0.3 kg)
About the book: This exquisite mini-size album presents a curated selection of the most significant paintings by Zdzisław Beksiński, one of the most original and visionary Polish artists of the twentieth century. Beksiński’s work spans multiple mediums, including photography, drawing, graphic art, computer graphics, and sculpture, but it is his painting that truly stands out. His fantastic, apocalyptic visions are instantly recognizable, creating a unique and haunting style that captivates viewers.The book features works from the largest collection of Beksiński’s art, housed at the Historical Museum in Sanok. This collection includes several thousand pieces and the artist’s entire archive, making it the most comprehensive repository of his work. The images in this album offer a glimpse into Beksiński’s extraordinary world, showcasing his ability to blend surrealism with a deeply personal, often dystopian, narrative.Whether you are a long-time admirer of Beksiński or discovering his work for the first time, this album is a testament to his unparalleled creativity and the enduring impact of his visionary art.
About Beksiński: Zdzisław Beksinski (1929-2005) was a renowned Polish artist celebrated for his distinctive and visionary style. Born in Sanok, Poland, Beksinski initially pursued architecture before dedicating himself to art. His creative journey spanned various mediums, including photography, drawing, graphic art, computer graphics, and sculpture, but it is his paintings that have garnered the most acclaim.Beksiński’s work is characterized by its fantastic, apocalyptic visions, often depicting surreal, dystopian landscapes and haunting figures. These elements create a unique and instantly recognizable style that has captivated art enthusiasts worldwide. His ability to blend surrealism with deeply personal and often dark themes has made his work both compelling and thought-provoking.The largest collection of Beksiński’s work, comprising several thousand pieces and his entire archive, is housed at the Historical Museum in Sanok. This collection offers an extensive look into his artistic evolution and the breadth of his creativity. Despite his passing, Beksiński’s art continues to resonate, drawing admiration and inspiring new generations of artists and art lovers in Poland and around the globe. His legacy endures through his visionary works, which remain a testament to his unparalleled creativity and artistic genius.
Beksinski: Malarstwo / Painting
Seller hereby declare that all artwork was transformed directly from the original paintings of Beksiński by Bosz Publishing House. All of products were created in cooperation, and with permission from the Historical Museum in Sanok, Poland – the owner of the largest collection of Beksinski's works, an executor of his last will and sole benefactor of his testament.