Author: BIRCH, J.K.L
Title: The art & life of Michael Birch : The product of an active mind / Edited by J.K.L. Birch
Description: Tunbridge Wells : ArbonLambert Publishing : [distributor] ArbonLambert Publishing 2013. First Edition. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight. bright. clean and especially sharp-cornered. Literally as new. still in the publisher's original shrink wrap. Physical description; 252 p. : col. over 300 in ; 30x29x3 cm. Summary; The driving force throughout Michael Birch's life was his need to express his creative talents. He was a painter. potter and writer. but he is most renowned for his superbly carved sculptures. He created an amazing array of miniature sculptures originally inspired by the myths and legends traditionally found in Japanese netsuke. However. as a contemporary artist Michael Birch developed his own distinctive style and produced seductive works of great imaginative strength and power. Precisely carved and beautifully finished in natural materials he collected from around the world. he was often influenced by the natural patterns he found in materials as diverse as hippo tooth. mammoth tusk. stag antler. exotic woods or rare amber. Michael Birch's great skill as a craftsman is displayed as his carvings move from deceptively simple and elegant abstractions to highly detailed representations. This book gives an overall survey of a multi-talented creative artist. taking an unusual approach to illuminate the motivation behind his design and carving of netsuke. Extensive use is made of the artist's comments and letters to collectors as well as quotations from fellow artists. major collectors and connoisseurs. Over 150 pieces have been specially photographed for 'The Art & Life of Michael Birch'. to show the intricate detail and subtle beauty of Michael Birch's carving. Subjects; Birch. Michael Henry. -- 1926-2008. Netsukes -- Pictorial works. ISBN: 1872900259. Weight in Kg appr.:

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