Book Description
Insightfully reconciles de Kooning's sometimes offputting and strangely evasive art with the vulnerable, genial, yet alienated Dutch immigrant intriguing visions of cataclysmic visions and pain. De Kooning's unique approach to his subjects is presented in such a way that the reader can have the sudden enlightenment, or Aha!, experience: "Now I get de Kooning's importance as a major modern figure...now I see why the 'smart' crowd ooohs and aaahs over him" Rich with background information about the New York School and the people who influenced him; plentiful anecdotes and pertinent and poignant quotes.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Here's the tale of a 22-year-old Dutch immigrant who illegally stowed away to America, only to emerge as one of the towering figures of modern art. If ever you've seen an abstract painting and wondered, "What gives here?" then de Kooning's story will open your eyes and heart. This book is the essence of Willem de Kooning, who transformed the way we look at the world today.