‘Vibrant’ Arie Smit

This lavishly illustrated book is the official, comprehensive, aspiring, fresh restrospect of a Dutch-born Indonesian painter Arie Smit, his life, artistic career and œuvre as an artist.

Born in Zaandam, the Netherlands, in 1916, Arie Smit is known today as one of the most outstanding painters of Bali. First arriving in Batavia, the capital city of the Netherlands Indies in 1938, by 1956, upon the invitation of important artists like Auke Sonnega and Rudolf Bonnet, Arie Smit traveled to Bali. What was intended as a brief sojourn to the Island of the Gods has consumed the remainder of the artist's life.

This book intends to offer a comprehensive view of the artist's vibrant life and career, which commenced well before he arrived in Bali. Arie has inspired several generations of young Balinese artists, who have gone on to form important style movements. It was produced in consultation with the artist, who cooperated fully in its creation.

Hardcover with dust jacket

Book condition: Very Good. Light general wear to covers. Otherwise internally very clean

Dust Jacket condition: Very Good. Light general wear to jacket

Author: Amir Sidartha

Dimensions: 30 x 28 cm

Print length: 628 pages

Language: English

Publication date: 2002

Publisher: Hexart Publishing

ISBN: 9799638011