Expressionism In Art: Its Psychological And Biological Basis (1922) - Paperback

by Oskar Pfister (Author), Barbara Low (Translator), M. A. Mugge (Translator)

""Expressionism In Art: Its Psychological And Biological Basis"" is a seminal work on the art movement known as Expressionism. Written by Oskar Pfister and first published in 1922, the book explores the psychological and biological underpinnings of Expressionism, a movement that emerged in Germany in the early 20th century and sought to convey emotions and subjective experiences through art.Pfister, a Swiss psychoanalyst and friend of Carl Jung, argues that Expressionism is rooted in the human psyche and reflects the innermost feelings and experiences of the artist. He explores the role of the unconscious mind in shaping artistic expression and delves into the biological and physiological factors that influence the creative process.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a historical overview of Expressionism and its key figures, including Edvard Munch, Wassily Kandinsky, and Franz Marc. Pfister examines their artistic styles and techniques, and discusses how they sought to convey emotions and subjective experiences through their work.The second part of the book delves into the psychological and biological basis of Expressionism. Pfister explores the role of the unconscious mind in shaping artistic expression, and discusses the influence of factors such as temperament, mood, and mental illness on the creative process. He also examines the relationship between art and the body, exploring the ways in which physical sensations and bodily experiences can inform artistic expression.Overall, ""Expressionism In Art: Its Psychological And Biological Basis"" is a groundbreaking work that offers a fascinating insight into one of the most important art movements of the 20th century. Pfister's exploration of the psychological and biological basis of Expressionism remains relevant to this day, and the book is a must-read for anyone interested in art, psychology, or the intersection of the two.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.