The Wine of Painters (French edition): A Hedonistic History of Art from the 15th to the 21st Century by Jean Serroy

The Wine of Painters (French edition): A Hedonistic History of Art from the 15th to the 21st Century is a fascinating exploration of the role of wine in visual arts across several centuries of history. Jean Serroy, a renowned author and professor emeritus, immerses us in a carefully curated selection of over a hundred paintings. These works, all from the 15th to the 21st century, reveal the evolution of wine as a source of artistic inspiration, from the wine of the gods to the wine of men.

Each painting is presented in detail, focusing on unique symbolic and aesthetic aspects, often highlighting intriguing or unexpected details. Serroy thus offers a new interpretation of art history, blending the culture of wine with visual representations in major works.

Through this book, the reader discovers how wine has influenced artists of each era, starting with the Renaissance, where wine still embodies a sacred dimension, to the contemporary era, where it becomes a symbol of pleasure, sharing, and social reflection. The evolution of the perception of wine in these works is a true reflection of social and cultural transformations.

Jean Serroy, known for his work on 17th-century literature and theater, as well as his collaborations with Gilles Lipovetsky, presents here a monumental work that links art history and wine culture. His ability to analyze works while narrating their cultural and historical context makes this book accessible to both art enthusiasts and wine lovers.

By delving into this book, you will travel through the centuries, from symbolic representations of sacred wine in religious art to more secular scenes where wine becomes a central element of festivity, conviviality, and even social critique. You will discover how each era has integrated wine culture into its visual expressions, creating an inseparable link between art and hedonism.

Whether you are an art history enthusiast, passionate about the symbolism of wine, or simply curious to understand how two such rich universes can intersect, The Wine of Painters is an essential work. Each page of this book invites you to view iconic paintings differently while discovering the symbolism of wine in a new light.

Product Features:

• Title: The Wine of Painters (French edition): A Hedonistic History of Art from the 15th to the 21st Century
• Author: Jean Serroy
• Format: Hardcover
• EAN13: 9782732471273
• ISBN: 978-2-7324-7127-3
• Publisher: La Martinière
• Publication Date: 09/2016
• Collection: ART
• Number of Pages: 216
• Dimensions: 29.2 x 27 x 2.2 cm
• Weight: 1698 g
• Language: French

This book is a perfect gift for art and wine enthusiasts, or for those looking to deepen their understanding of how wine has influenced artists and spanned the ages. A true homage to the art of wine, to be discovered and visually savored.