Presents a collection of the Polynesian art of nineteenth-century artist Paul Gauguin and includes essays by leading French and American critics on Gauguin's art, sculpture, ceramics, and graphic works.

"Nikolai Astrup: Visions of Norway will introduce this singular artist to new American and international audiences. The catalogue will follow the artist's life and career in roughly chronological order, situating his work within the history of his native Norway. It will showcase Astrup's early works depicting the landscape of Jølster and childhood home at Ålhus and culminate with his most dramatic paintings, which celebrate the midsummer eve bonfires...