Morrice: The A. K. Prakash Collection in Trust to the Nation

by Katerina Atanassova

This publication offers a rare insight into the artistic development of James Wilson Morrice (1865–1924), Canada’s foremost modernist artist, who lived and worked in Europe and who became associated with leading artists and movements at the turn of the twentieth century. Formed around the paintings and watercolours in the A. K. Prakash Collection, generously donated to the National Gallery of Canada in 2015, this publication follows the painter in his preferred painting locations — from the streets of Paris, to coasts of Brittany and Normandy, to scenes from the South of France, Venice, North Africa, the Caribbean, and Canada.

The insightful essays examine the rich artistic traditions in which Morrice participated, thus initiating a new narrative and greater contextual understanding of his work. Available in English and French editions, this catalogue features 49full-colour plates and more than 170 illustrations.

240 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 2017

Reviews

[Hugh Coverly · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fascinating catalogue to an amazing collection of art by a little known Canadian artist. Unlike many exhibition catalogues, Morrice seeks not only to expose its readers to the art James Wilson Morrice produced over a lifetime spent mostly outside Canada, the wonderfully readable essays demonstrate where he fits in the history of Western and Canadian art.