This is the fascinating autobiography of a society heiress who became the bohemian doyenne of the art world. Written in her own words it is the frank and outspoken story of her life and loves: her stormy relationships with such men as Max Ernst and Jackson Pollock, and her discovery of new artists.

Known as 'the mistress of modern art', Peggy Guggenheim was a passionate collector and major patron. She amassed one of the most important collections of early twentieth century European and American art embracing cubism, surrealism and expressionism.

A must read for anyone with an interest in these major-league artists, this seminal period of art history, and the ultimate self-invented woman.

 

Details

ISBN: 9780233005522
Audience: General
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 456
Publication Date: 14 Jun 2018
Publisher: Welbeck Publishing Group
Publication City, Country: United Kingdom
Dimensions (cm): 19.8(H) x 12.9(L)

 

Author Biography

Art collector, patron and enfant terrible, Peggy Guggenheim (1989-1979) was born Marguerite Guggenheim to a wealthy New York family. She became one of the most prominent cultural figures of the twentieth century.