TERESA ŻARNOWERÓWNA ARTIST OF THE END OF UTOPIA MONOGRAPH

Discover the fascinating story of Teresa Żarnowerówna, one of the most radical Polish avant-garde artists. This first monograph dedicated to her work and life summarizes the years of research conducted by prominent curators. Immerse yourself in the world of her views, work and turbulent fate against the background of interwar Poland and her dramatic escape from Europe.

• First monograph on Teresa Żarnowerówna
• Summary of years of research by curators Andrzej Turowski and Milada Ślizińska
• New light on the figure of one of the most radical Polish avant-garde artists
• Discovery and ordering of facts about the artist's work and views
• Revelation of connections with the Polish and Jewish intellectual and artistic circles
• Facts about the dramatic escape from Europe during World War II
• Details about the years spent in New York

This over 500-page publication includes an introduction by Jarosław Suchan and texts by Andrzej Turowski, Milada Ślizińska, Aleksandra Idzior and Magdalena Dabrowski. The second part of the catalog contains a collection of documents, existing and lost works, exhibitions and a bibliography. Also noteworthy is the calendar of the turbulent last years of Żarnower's life (1940-1949), prepared by Milada Ślizińska. It is an extraordinary journey through the life and work of an artist who has forever entered the history of the Polish avant-garde.

Teresa Żarnowerówna (1897-1949) is an extremely important figure for Polish avant-garde art. Her work, although radical and innovative, remained unappreciated for a long time. Only thanks to the years of research by curators can we now fully appreciate her contribution to the development of Polish culture. This monograph is not only a summary of this research, but also an invitation to further explore the fascinating world of Teresa Żarnowerówna.

The Museum of Art in Łódź, the publisher of this publication, has been involved in promoting Polish avant-garde art for years. Thanks to their efforts, the work of artists such as Teresa Żarnowerówna can reach a wide audience. It is extremely important to remember those who created the history of Polish culture and art. This monograph is a tribute to Teresa Żarnowerówna and her extraordinary talent.

The catalog contains numerous reproductions of the artist's works, both existing and lost. Thanks to this, the reader has the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the full spectrum of Teresa Żarnowerówna's work. In addition, the publication contains numerous documents and archival materials that shed new light on the artist's life and work. This is an extremely valuable position for all art and history lovers.