Title: Beyond the Boundaries of Socialist Realism
Description: Despite being of different schools, generations and often creative mindsets, these artists were united by their need for inner freedom, which drove their work beyond the restrictions of Socialist Realism, the dominant ideology of the time. Following an in-depth study of the subject as a whole, the book is divided into two sections representing the two countries and cultures. It features paintings and drawings by more than 50 artists plus a biography and analysis of their works. Written by two leading Art Historians from the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, in both English and Russian, this book will appeal to everyone interested in modern art, both experts and enthusiasts alike. Features over 200 paintings and drawings by over 50 artists from Russia and Azerbaijan. Written by leading authorities in Art History from the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow.
Subjects: Socialist realism in art, Azerbaijani Painting, Russian Painting, Maler, Malerei