Asaro A New Romanticism Painting with Light Robert Perine 1991 1st Ed

by John Asaro

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Title: Asaro: A New Romanticism (Painting with Light) Author: Robert Perine Publisher: ARTRA Publishing, Inc., Encinitas, CA (First Edition, 1991) Format: Hardcover with Original Dust Jacket ISBN: 0-936725-06-0 --- OVERVIEW --- A spectacular, vibrant monograph dedicated to the brilliant figurative and landscape paintings of California impressionist master John Asaro. Written by Robert Perine, this scarce volume details Asaro's background, including his early study under Donal Hord, his transition from commercial illustration, and his eventual emergence as a powerful voice in modern romantic realism. The book provides a profound look into Asaro's philosophy of "painting with light," emphasizing his bold, sculptural use of color and the palette knife to capture human forms, light, and motion. It features beautifully reproduced full-color examples of his sun-drenched beach scenes, intimate family subjects, studio studies, and landscapes. --- FEATURES --- * First Edition: Stated 1991 printing by ARTRA Publishing. * In-Depth Biography & Text: Written by Robert Perine, exploring the evolution of Asaro's Carlsbad studio style. * Fully Illustrated: Heavily packed with vivid, full-page plates capturing the heavy impasto texturing and brilliant color balances characteristic of Asaro's work. --- CONDITION REPORT --- This copy is in solid Very Good condition: * Dust Jacket: Present and bright. Minimal rubbing at the edges and corner points. The front flap remains unclipped and retains it

• Publisher: Artra Publishing, Inc.
• Year: 1991
• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 0936725060
• Condition: Good

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