PAUL GAUGUIN. IN SEARCH OF LOST PARADISE - AGNIESZKA KIJAS

Discover the fascinating story of Paul Gauguin, an artist who rejected conventions and set out to find his own truth about art and humanity. This book is a journey through the life and work of one of the most controversial and visionary painters in art history. Immerse yourself in the world of his bold colors, myths, and longing for primal beauty.

• Inspiring biography of an artist who was not afraid to break the rules.
• Richly illustrated album with Gauguin's most famous works.
• Analysis of the evolution of style from Impressionism to Polynesian inspirations.
• Insightful look at Gauguin's relationships with young islanders.
• A story about the search for one's own identity and artistic path.
• Critical examination of the artist's life and work.
• Ideal gift for art and history lovers.

Paul Gauguin was an artist who hated limitations. He abandoned bourgeois life to seek the truth about human nature and art on his own terms. He called himself a savage, and others saw him as a rebel, a fugitive, and a visionary. His paintings are full of courage, and he drew inspiration from myths, dreams, and colors to convey the longing for what is primal and unspoiled by civilization. He spent his childhood in Peru, and after returning to France, he had a hard time finding his place. He sailed the seas, worked as a broker, started a family, which he later abandoned. With each step, he moved away from the known order, eventually reaching Tahiti and living far from Parisian salons and conventions.

In the album you will find both the most famous works from Polynesia and earlier paintings inspired by Impressionism. Together they show the evolution of his style and artistic vision. The author, Agnieszka Kijas, presents Gauguin as a controversial and contradictory artist. She does not avoid uncomfortable topics, such as his relationships with young islanders, which still arouse emotions today. Gauguin is not easy to understand, but even harder to forget. His work remains an inspiration for subsequent generations of artists and art lovers.

Agnieszka Kijas, the author of this book, is an art critic, writer, and journalist who believes that every story about a painting is a story about a person. In her podcast "Dawno temu w sztuce" she talks about painting without pathos, but with heart. She promotes art both live and online. Her passion and knowledge make this book not only an album, but also a fascinating journey into the life and work of Paul Gauguin.

The book, published by SBM Publishing House in 2025, has 240 pages and a format of 338x257 mm. The hardcover with dust jacket ensures durability and an elegant appearance. It is an ideal item for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of the art and life of one of the greatest artists in history.