Josef Albers

Josef Albers – Homage to the Square: Discover the Revolution of Form and Color

Immerse yourself in Josef Albers’ legendary series Homage to the Square and experience how he redefined the foundations of modern art over a span of 25 years. This outstanding catalog brings together nearly two thousand oil paintings, studies on paper, and unique archival materials – an indispensable cornerstone that highlights the enduring impact of Albers’ subtle aesthetic language while inspiring young artists in minimal and conceptual art.

Highlights of the Book:

• Foundational Work in Art History : Gain a comprehensive insight into the evolution of modern painting, documenting the revolution of oil painting and Albers’ lasting influence on generations.
• Tribute to Form and Color: Discover how the simple square transformed into a source of innovative color experiences and defined forms.
• Exquisite Loan Collection : Enjoy an exceptional compilation of approximately 300 images, detailed studies, and rare archival materials.

This extraordinary work captivates with its striking portrayal of the revolutionary power of the square and uniquely enriches the understanding of modern art.

As an influential teacher, writer, painter, and color theorist JOSEF ALBERS (1888, Bottrop–1976, New Haven, CT) is one of the leading pioneers of twentieth-century modernism. From 1923 onwards he taught at the Bauhaus, and continued to do so after his emigration to the USA in 1933 at Black Mountain College in North Carolina, and at Yale University, where he worked on his Homage to the Square from 1950 until his death. 

 HEINZ LIESBROCK (*1953) was the long-standing director of the Josef Albers Museum Quadrat in Bottrop. He has written extensively on Albers and his influence on art history.