Henri Rousseau (1844–1910) was a self-taught artist with a unique style, exemplified in his visionary jungle scenes. These dreamlike tableaux, for which he drew heavily on visits to the botanical gardens of Paris, captivate us with the lushness of their plant and animal life, while unsettling us with their heady combination of exoticism and romanticism.
This sumptuously illustrated book provides not only a comprehensive overview of Rousseau's career but also penetrating insights into his inspiration. With large, color reproductions of his paintings, many previously unpublished illustrations of his sources and influences, and a wealth of new research on his life and work (including the only interview conducted with the artist), Henri Rousseau: Jungles in Paris is poised to become the definitive volume on this remarkable painter.
224 pages, 100 color, 45 b+w | 11 x 9.625 inches
