Werner Spies : The Eye and the Word: Collected Writings On Art and Literature, The Gagosian Edition

Explore the evolution of twentieth-century art from a truly global perspective with the collected writings of renowned critic, curator, and art historian Werner Spies. With over 40 years of firsthand experience—both as a close confidant of artists and a keen observer of artistic movements—Spies offers unparalleled insight into the dynamic interplay between European and American art.

Now available in English for the first time, this landmark 10-volume collection features over 1,400 full-color illustrations and a stunning slipcase designed by Andreas Gursky. Combining critical analysis with personal encounters and in-depth examinations of artworks, Spies’s writings serve as an invaluable resource for art lovers, scholars, and collectors alike.