MALEVICH Essays on Art 1915-1933 1st/1st 1968 Suprematism Rare Out of Print For Sale

Title:Malevich Essays on Art Vol 1 & 2 1915-1933 Borgens Forlag 1968 Avant-Garde Suprematism Lot

Item Specifics:

• Format: Softcover, Two-Book Lot
• Publication Year: 1968
• Publisher: Borgens Forlag
• Language: English
• Author: Kazimir Malevich
• Editor: Troels Andersen
• Translators: Xenia Glowacki-Prus, Arnold McMillin
• Topic: Avant-Garde Art, Suprematism, Constructivism, Art Theory
• Subject: Russian Art, Malevich\'s Theories, Abstract Art, Modernism
• Pages: Approx. 400 combined (including illustrations)
• Illustrations: Includes Malevich’s drawings, Suprematist compositions, and historical documents
• Country of Manufacture: Denmark
• Condition: Good to Very Good - Some wear on covers, intact binding, clean pages, all illustrations present
• Special Attributes: First English Edition, Illustrated, Historical Art listing is for a two-book lot of Essays on Art Volumes I & II by Kazimir Malevich, originally written between 1915 and 1933 and translated into English in this 1968 edition published by Borgens Forlag. These volumes are essential readings for those interested in the Russian avant-garde, Suprematism, and modernist art movements.

  Key Features:

  • Comprehensive Collection – Covers Malevich’s theoretical essays on Cubism, Futurism, and Suprematism, along with his perspectives on modern art and its evolution.
  • Illustrated Reference – Includes Malevich’s iconic geometric compositions, sketches, and Suprematist works.
  • Historical Art Theory – Explores Constructivist and modernist ideas, Malevich’s views on form and color, and the evolution of abstract art.
  • First English Edition – A sought-after translation that makes Malevich’s writings accessible to English-speaking audiences.
  • Perfect for Scholars & Collectors – Ideal for art historians, collectors of modernist literature, and those studying Russian avant-garde movements.

  Contents Include:

  • Volume I (1915-1928): Discussions on early avant-garde movements, Cubo-Futurism, and the birth of Suprematism.
  • Volume II (1928-1933): Later essays on abstract art, political influences on creativity, and art’s philosophical role.

  Condition:
  The books are in Good to Very Good condition. Both show moderate cover wear (scuffing, creases, and slight discoloration), intact spines and bindings, clean pages with no major599 markings, and all illustrations are present and well-preserved.

  Shipping & Handling:
  Both books will be securely packaged to ensure safe delivery.

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