{"title":"Giorgio de Chirico","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the intriguing world of Giorgio de Chirico, a master of mystery and imagination. Known primarily for his unique contribution to the art movement of Metaphysical painting, de Chirico's influence extends beyond visual arts into the realm of literature, showcasing his versatility and profound intellect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the works featured in this collection is \u003cem\u003eHebdomeros: A Novel\u003c\/em\u003e, an exceptional piece of fiction that mirrors the haunting and enigmatic quality of his paintings. In this novel, de Chirico takes readers on a surreal journey, blending dreamlike scenes with philosophical musings, creating an experience that challenges perceptions and evokes a sense of wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the fascinating layers of de Chirico's narrative style, where reality intertwines with the metaphysical, inviting readers to ponder deeper existential questions. This collection is perfect for those who appreciate the convergence of art and literature, offering a gateway into the mind of one of the 20th century's most captivating thinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hebdomeros-a-novel-by-giorgio-de-chirico-9781644231630","title":"Hebdomeros: A Novel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis seminal 1929 surrealist novel by the painter Giorgio de Chirico merges the realms of dream and reality.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the artist's only novel, de Chirico invites the reader into a world where language, time, space, and meaning are fluid, highlighting themes of mystery, myth, and the uncanny. Following the titular character Hebdomeros as he embarks on a series of philosophical musings and bizarre experiences divorced from a specific place or time, \u003ci\u003eHebdomeros\u003c\/i\u003e embraces ambiguity in a profound exploration of the subconscious mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHighly visual passages evoke the landscapes and compositions of de Chirico's metaphysical paintings, and non sequiturs mirror the freedom that Surrealism allowed for in art of all categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn introduction by the scholar Fabio Benzi contextualizes de Chirico's work within a broader modernist framework, highlighting its influence on surrealism and its resonance with the literary and artistic movements of the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843910914284,"sku":"9781644231630","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11220633482773.jpg?v=1758819455"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/giorgio-de-chirico.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}