Robert Motherwell: Early Collages – A Glimpse Into an Abstract Master’s Beginnings

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Before Robert Motherwell became one of the leading figures of Abstract Expressionism, his early experiments with collage laid the foundation for his bold, gestural style. This book explores this formative period, showcasing the artist’s striking compositions made from torn paper, bold colors, and dynamic textures.

Published in conjunction with a Guggenheim exhibition and features essays by curators Susan Davidson and Megan Fontanella, alongside scholarly insights into Motherwell’s creative evolution. Robert Motherwell: Early Collages highlights how his exposure to Surrealism and European modernism shaped his distinctive approach to abstraction.

Collectors, art historians, and designers alike will appreciate the high-quality reproductions and in-depth analysis of Motherwell’s work, as well as understanding the origins of a major 20th-century artist.