Sarane Alexandrian Knihy

Focusing on some of the more famous works of one of the most innovative painters of the Impressionist era, Alexandrian evaluates the artist's relationship with other Impressionists and clarifies Seurat's unique concept of chromoluminosity.

Surrealism, a significant artistic and intellectual movement that dominated the 20th century still inspires an avid interest today. Surrealist exhibitions proliferate the world over, and books devoted to the movement's illustrious participants abound. Rather than the lingering memory of a past poetic and pictorial adventure, Surrealism has proven to be a permanently relevant force.Written by Sarane Alexandrian, a friend and secretary to André Breton and one of Surrealism's most prominent historians, this book offers a dynamic comparison of the great and minor masters of Surrealism, via more than 200 illustrations demonstrating the myriad possibilities of these visionary and revelatory works. This volume pays tribute to the powers of the imagination, the random surprises of daily life and the observation of inexplicable phenomenon, while recognizing the sense of sacredness conveyed by cosmic mysteries, and adding to all the creative marvels seized by these artists the climax of their own inspiration. This book reveals how Surrealist painting, through its spirit and its audacious techniques, was fully engaged in the battle of modern art.

«La historia de la filosofía oculta es sin duda la parte más singular, y también más desconocida, de la antropología general», asegura Alexandrian, estudioso francés compilador de esta obra rigurosa y enciclopédica, que analiza en profundidad las diferentes ramas del saber esotérico: la astrología, la Kabbala, las diversas clases de magia, la alquimia, el gnosticismo, etc. «Me propongo abordar con un espíritu nuevo el estudio de la magia occidental -continúa Alexandrian-, rechazar el fárrago de anécdotas que la ridiculizan, filtrar con rigor las creencias y las posibilidades que ha desarrollado, y presentarla en una forma asimilable por parte de la cultura moderna». «Mi punto de partida es que la historia de la filosofía oculta comienza con los inicios del cristianismo ... En el Oriente antiguo y grecorromano magia y religión se confundían, mientras que un cristiano de los primeros siglos que utilizara talismanes, encantamientos o procedimientos adivinatorios, contravenía las constituciones apostólicas -el cristianismo, desde su advenimiento, combatió vigorosamente todos los cultos orientales, y tachó de abominables los ritos y creencias relacionados con ellos-, de manera que la magia, disociada de la religión, rechazada, trató de aliarse a la filosofía y transformarse en ideología de oposición. Así se formó una resistencia para mantener vivo el espíritu de estos cultos en los que se quería ver verdades cuya pérdida sería irreparable. Se conservaron entremezclados, como un tesoro de sabiduría acumulada a lo largo de los siglos, que se remonta hasta los orígenes de Sumer, a fin de evitar que el espíritu humano se confine en un solo dogma y abrirlo a un conocimiento ilimitado de la trascendencia»

Man Ray is indisputably one of the most original artists of the 20th century. His innovative nude studies, fashion work and portraits opened a new chapter in the history of photography. Born Emmanuel Radnitzky in Philadelphia, he began his artistic career in New York. In 1921 he moved to Paris, where he was enthusiastically welcomed into Dadaist and Surrealist circles. Man Ray - together with Marcel Duchamps, André Breton, Paul Eluard, Louis Aragon and Philippe Soupault - revolutionized the traditional understanding of art. A multi-faceted genius, he not only did photographic portraits of James Joyce, Gertrude Stein and Pablo Picasso, but he also engaged himself as a fashion photographer for Vogue and Harpers Bazaar. Man Ray experimented tirelessly with new photographic techniques - multiple exposure, rayography and solarization were some of his most famous creations. 'The Man Ray' portfolio features high quality prints that beg to be framed. Tucked in the portfolio are 14 large-format reproductions, each with a brief description.

Exploring the intriguing intersection of sex and spirituality, this book delves into sex magic practices within both Eastern and Western Mystery traditions. It reveals the historical and cultural contexts that shape these rituals, offering insights into their significance and applications. Readers will uncover the transformative power of sexual energy as a tool for personal and spiritual growth, along with practical techniques and exercises to integrate these practices into their own lives.