Circle! Square! Progress!: Zurich's Concrete Avant-garde. Max Bill, Camille Graeser, Verena Loewensberg, Richard Paul Lohse and Their Times
by Thomas Haemmerli, Brigitte Ulmer
Discover the legacy of Zurich's concrete avant-garde in this insightful exploration by Thomas Haemmerli and Brigitte Ulmer. The book spotlights the groundbreaking contributions of Max Bill, Camille Graeser, Verena Loewensberg, and Richard Paul Lohse, situating their geometric and abstract innovations within the dynamic historical context of their era. A must-read for enthusiasts of modern art and design.
About This Book
This book examines the concrete avant-garde movement in Zurich, focusing on key figures Max Bill, Camille Graeser, Verena Loewensberg, and Richard Paul Lohse. It highlights their artistic and design innovations within the context of their times.
The authors, Thomas Haemmerli and Brigitte Ulmer, provide insights into the historical and cultural influences that defined this group's approach to concrete art and architecture.
Through detailed analysis, the volume connects these artists' works to broader developments in mid-20th-century Swiss modernism, emphasizing precision, geometry, and abstraction.
Readers gain an appreciation for how Zurich became a hub for experimental design, with these pioneers pushing boundaries in visual and spatial composition.
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