Bibliography
"André Masson: The Automatic Drawings" by Katia Manasseh - Explores Masson's automatic drawing techniques and their significance within the Surrealist movement.
"André Masson: Surrealism and the Automatic Process" by William S. Rubin - Analyzes Masson's role in Surrealism and his approach to the automatic process in art.
"André Masson: The Battle of Fishes" by Antoine Terrasse - Focuses on one of Masson's key works, providing insight into his thematic and stylistic choices.
"André Masson: The Labyrinth of Desire" by Robert Storr - Examines the symbolic and thematic elements in Masson's work, especially his exploration of desire and the subconscious.
"André Masson: The Complete Works" by Gérald Gassiot-Talabot - A comprehensive catalog of Masson's artistic output, offering detailed analysis and context.
"Masson" by Lydia Harambourg - An overview of Masson's career and artistic evolution, including his significant contributions to abstract and Surrealist art.
Major Exhibitions
André Masson's work has been featured in numerous important exhibitions, highlighting his role in Surrealism and modern art:
"André Masson: The Surrealist Period" at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York (1975) - A major exhibition that focused on Masson's contributions to Surrealism and his automatic drawing techniques.
"André Masson: The Automatic Art" at the Centre Pompidou, Paris (1988) - This exhibition highlighted Masson's innovative use of automatic techniques and his influence on the Surrealist movement.
"André Masson: The Spiritual Journey" at the Guggenheim Museum, New York (2004) - Explored Masson’s exploration of spirituality and the subconscious through his art.
"André Masson: Between Surrealism and Abstract Art" at the Tate Modern, London (2007) - Provided a comprehensive overview of Masson's transition from Surrealism to abstract expressionism.
"André Masson: The Artist’s Imagination" at the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Madrid (2010) - Showcased Masson’s imaginative and experimental approach to art, reflecting his contribution to modern art.
"André Masson: The Complete Works" at the Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris (2013) - A retrospective that offered a thorough examination of Masson’s entire body of work, celebrating his artistic legacy.
These publications and exhibitions offer a deep understanding of André Masson’s artistic journey and his significant impact on 20th-century art.
"André Masson: Surrealism and the Automatic Process" by William S. Rubin - Analyzes Masson's role in Surrealism and his approach to the automatic process in art.
"André Masson: The Battle of Fishes" by Antoine Terrasse - Focuses on one of Masson's key works, providing insight into his thematic and stylistic choices.
"André Masson: The Labyrinth of Desire" by Robert Storr - Examines the symbolic and thematic elements in Masson's work, especially his exploration of desire and the subconscious.
"André Masson: The Complete Works" by Gérald Gassiot-Talabot - A comprehensive catalog of Masson's artistic output, offering detailed analysis and context.
"Masson" by Lydia Harambourg - An overview of Masson's career and artistic evolution, including his significant contributions to abstract and Surrealist art.
Major Exhibitions
André Masson's work has been featured in numerous important exhibitions, highlighting his role in Surrealism and modern art:
"André Masson: The Surrealist Period" at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York (1975) - A major exhibition that focused on Masson's contributions to Surrealism and his automatic drawing techniques.
"André Masson: The Automatic Art" at the Centre Pompidou, Paris (1988) - This exhibition highlighted Masson's innovative use of automatic techniques and his influence on the Surrealist movement.
"André Masson: The Spiritual Journey" at the Guggenheim Museum, New York (2004) - Explored Masson’s exploration of spirituality and the subconscious through his art.
"André Masson: Between Surrealism and Abstract Art" at the Tate Modern, London (2007) - Provided a comprehensive overview of Masson's transition from Surrealism to abstract expressionism.
"André Masson: The Artist’s Imagination" at the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Madrid (2010) - Showcased Masson’s imaginative and experimental approach to art, reflecting his contribution to modern art.
"André Masson: The Complete Works" at the Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris (2013) - A retrospective that offered a thorough examination of Masson’s entire body of work, celebrating his artistic legacy.
These publications and exhibitions offer a deep understanding of André Masson’s artistic journey and his significant impact on 20th-century art.