num_pages: 96
description: All about the Belle Epoque: Delicate illustration that defined an eraWith his instantly recognizable decorative style Czech artist and Art Nouveau master Alphonse Mucha (1860 1939) defined the look of the fin-de-siecle. In evocative shades of peach gold ochre and olive his seductive compositions of patterns flowers and beautiful women became paradigms of the Belle Epoque years. Mucha's work permeated illustration posters postcards and advertising designs of his day. His striking posters of star actress Sarah Bernhardt were particularly famous. Alongside this delicate decorative work Mucha also harbored committed humanist ideals and nationalist beliefs. With monumental works such as The Slav Epic he expressed his staunch support for Pan-Slavism promoting the political independence of the Czech and Slavic nations from the Austro-Hungarian Empire.This book presents key works from Mucha's distinctive oeuvre to introduce an artist who with few rivals distilled the spirit of an age.About the Series: Each book in TASCHEN s Basic Art series features: a detailed chronological summary of the life and oeuvre of the artist covering his or her cultural and historical importance a concise biography approximately 100 illustrations with explanatory captions 
language: English
title: Mucha
publisher: TASCHEN