The Art of Rivalry
Four Friendships, Betrayals, and Breakthroughs in Modern Art
by:
Sebastian Smee
in:
Biographies
Summary:
The book delves into the complex relationships between four pairs of famous artists: Manet and Degas, Picasso and Matisse, Pollock and de Kooning, Freud and Bacon. It explores how their competitive friendships fueled creative tension, leading to significant breakthroughs and evolutions in modern art.
Key points:
1. Friendship vs. Rivalry: Smee shows how rivalry mixed with respect among Manet, Degas, Picasso, Matisse, Pollock, de Kooning, Freud, and Bacon spurred creativity and led to major art breakthroughs.
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