From Library Journal
This is a handsomely produced tribute to one of the 20th century's most influential sculptors. Written by a fellow national, the discursive text throws fascinating sidelights on Brancusi's Romanian heritage and art historical associations. An illuminating section evaluates the artist's monumental, uncompleted projects: the Targu-Jui ensemble, and the Temple of Meditation of Indore. The book's thoughtful analysis of sculptural processes, its comprehensive photographs, and its price make it a purchase for large and specialized collections. A catalogue raisonne of Brancusi's work will be forthcoming. Paula A. Baxter, Museum of Modern Art Lib., New YorkCopyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.


Book Description
This definitive book on the work of Constantin Brancusi is back in print, in deluxe hardcover. It features one of the most complete collections of Brancusi's work in one volume. Author Radu Varia, one of the world's foremost experts on Brancusi, illuminates a fascinating discussion on Brancusi's works, influences, and inspirations with hundreds of great photographs. Included are an exploration of the inspirations for Brancusi's work, as well as a presentation and discussion of the complex of works at Târgu-Jiu, Romania.



Language Notes
Text: English, French (translation)


About the Author
Radu Varia has written extensively on Brancusi and arranged several exhibitions of his work. In 1991 he founded the Constantin Brancusi International Foundation, a non-profit, publicly supported organization which has successfully worked for the restoration, development and conservation of Brancusi's masterpiece, his Monumental Ensemble at Târgu-Jiu, Romania.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

This definitive book on the work of Constantin Brancusi is back in print, in deluxe hardcover. It features one of the most complete collections of Brancusi's work in one volume. Author Radu Varia, one of the world's foremost experts on Brancusi, illuminates a fascinating discussion on Brancusi's works, influences, and inspirations with hundreds of great photographs. Included are an exploration of the inspirations for Brancusi's work, as well as a presentation and discussion of the complex of works at Târgu-Jiu, Romania.

FROM THE CRITICS

Library Journal