Schirmer/Mosel Five Friends - Art and Music History Book

Explore the profound connections between five giants of twentieth-century art. This Schirmer/Mosel publication examines the lives and works of musician John Cage, dancer Merce Cunningham, and artists Jasper Johns, Robert Rauschenberg, and Cy Twombly. Together, these creators shaped modern expression through their shared exploration of technology, silence, chance, and radical innovation. The book details the unique friendships that defined their era, marked by collaborative efforts, intense debates, and intimate relationships. Through substantial essays and reproductions of more than 18 works, readers gain insight into how these artists addressed the evolution of tradition and progress. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of mixed media and the collaborative spirit of the twentieth-century avant-garde.