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Mort kunstler books list of books by mort kunstler. Abraham lincoln at gettysburg, november 19, 1863 two hundred years after the birth of abraham lincoln, his gettysburg address still reigns as the most famous speech in american history. Divine guidance confederate winter until we meet again stroud farm final visit wayside farewell men of valor washington carlisle palace bar last council high water mark final mission moonlight magnolias custers last stand night crossing southern stars remember me its all my fault confederate sunset magnolia morning morning riders commanders of manassas. Small, compact book, but well presented with detailed closeups of several paintings. Mort kunstler handsigned and numbered limited edition giclee. The paintings of mort kunstler with text by michael aubrecht, dee brown, mort kunstlers civil war. Subscribe to access price results for 150,000 different artists. This book with paintings by the civil war artist mort kunstler is special because it is an attempt to recreate the battle of gettysburg through the eyes of an artist. Mort kunstler prints, mort kunstler artwork, fine art by. Email alerts for new artworks on sale mountain girls of tibet mort kunstler by oldcarguy41. Just weeks earlier in late june, a mammoth federal army under general george b. But the real attraction of the book lies in kunstlers paintings. Cowboys 9781558535886 by kunstler, mort and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Its a thin little guy, but features dozens of rare full color and black and white images from the acclaimed illustrators entire career from classic pulp magazines to documenting the civil war. Home the artist biography photo archive quote archive art showcase original paintings the art of adventure limited edition prints the american. Early volumes have a lot about lee, jackson, and the virginia sites and personalities depicted. Surfing for mort kunstler illustration art if youre a reader of this blog, you probably know that mort kunstler is one of the greatest of the many great artists who provided cover paintings and interior illustrations for mens adventure magazines in the 1950s, 1960s and early 1970s. The art of mort kunstler the gallery store book store. Mort kunstler civil war art print sn 5581750 sold out. The civil war art of mort kuntsler by mort kunstler, mort.
For him the challenge is in the picture concept and in solving all of the problems of research. The illustrations of uniforms, arms and equipment are a valuable source and very helpful especially for civil war enthusiasts and reenactors. Known for his civil war genre paintings, mort kunstler studied art at brooklyn college, u. Discover book depositorys huge selection of mort kunstler books online. Interestingly, kunstler earned the reputation of being a child prodigy since he was such a deft artist at a very young age. For nearly thirty years, mort kunstler has focused his considerable artistic talent on interpreting the civil war through his paintings. Kunstler is a renowned painter of american historical subjects who focuses on the civil war. Jul 11, 2019 the heckscher museum is producing a catalogue to accompany mort kunstler. My introduction to the art of mort kunstler was one of the touchstones of my understanding of the power of published images to inspire. The godfather of pulp fiction illustrators, and publication of a companion book on mort s mens adventure art will be released during the exhibit. Discount prices on books by mort kunstler, including titles like buffalo bill classics illustrated. See more ideas about pulp art, pulp fiction and adventure magazine. Good art has a life of its own beyond its connection with a film venture, and this book does. For men only magazine cover, october 1956 considered one of americas greatest historical artists, mort kunstler has become well known for the extraordinary authenticity and drama.
From the foreword by david hackett fischer, pulitzer prizewinning author of washingtons crossing mort kunstler s paintings present a remarkable array of vivid scenes, all radiating an irrepressible aura of authenticity, while edward lengels flowing narrative provides both. Category 1950s other art style mort kunstler paintings. The artists book spurred more reading and museum trips to see the portrayals of american history found in the works of fredrick remington, winslow homer, norman rockwell, thomas cole, and countless others. Mcclellan was poised on the outskirts of the capital threatening the survival of richmond and the confederacy. Mort kunstler has 21 books on goodreads with 26 ratings. It also helped abraham lincoln become americas most beloved president. Mort kunstler adds depth to our understanding of american history. The godfather of pulp fiction illustrators civil war, day by day as an instructor at the virginia military institute before the war, thomas j. Mort kunstler born august 28, 1927 is an american artist known for his illustrative paintings of historical events, especially of the american civil war. His high school art teacher, leon friend, author of the book graphic design, offered much inspiration, encouraging kunstler to think abstractly when painting and to consider attending art school to extend his studies. The book contains 12 different paintings, and a brief description by the artist of the research and details that went into each painting. In 1943, at just fifteen years of age, kunstler graduated from high school and enrolled at brooklyn college, where he excelled. The civil war art of mort kunstler mort kunstler on. Below is a collection of mort kunstler s art prints.
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Mort kunstlers special series framing fox art gallery. Mort kunstler is the premier historical artist in america and now he focuses mainly on the american civil war. When mort kunstler began his current emphasis on civil war art in the early. Mort kunstler the godfather of pulp fiction illustrators new book. Mort kunstler s historical paintings, most of them depicting epic events in american history, occupy a central place in a major retrospective exhibition, mort kunstler. When mort kunstler began his current emphasis on civil war art in the early 1980s, he had already accomplished more than a halfdozen artists could hope to accomplish in a collective lifetime. Mort kunstler civil war art twilight in gettysburg lee, july 3,1863. Apr 22, 2020 american pulp fiction illustrator updated 1116. When mort kunstler began his current emphasis on civil war art in the early 1980s, he had already accomplished more than a halfdozen artists could hope to accomplish in a. At 83, artist mort kunstler, seen here earlier this year in his studio, still works hard and is on the road constantly for art openings and book signings. The book includes a running text by historian james mcpherson explaining, in a clear and simple way, the basics of the battle of gettysburg.
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When a gallery image is available we will put them here. Today he is considered the bestknown and most respected historical artist in the country. Mort kunstler collectible civil war prints framing fox art. Mort kunstler s most popular book is to the gates of richmond. Get the best deals for civil war art mort kunstler at. In crafting his work to reflect poignant moments or critical instances of the conflict, he has turned to leading historians and scholarssuch as henry steele commager, james. Mort kunstler, the premier historical artist in america. Two prints form a panoramic view of the battle of fredericksburg also available. See more ideas about civil war art, art and american civil war.
See more ideas about pulp fiction, pulp art and pulp fiction art. Nice text by kunstler with background information about each painting. The paintings of mort kunstler by mcpherson, james m kunstler, mort and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. If we have enough market data we try to provide estimated secondary market pricing. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
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