Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926), a Spanish architect from Catalonia, was one of the greatest pioneers of 19th-century architecture. Gaudí’s works have a highly individualized style, defined by his unique compositions, organic shapes, and kaleidoscopic designs.
His use of colourful mosaics was part of his trademark style and created unique patterns on his sculptures all across the city of Barcelona. Perhaps Gaudí’s most-loved contribution is Park Güell, a vibrant garden filled with his art. Reproduced here is a section of a mosaic sun on the ceiling of the park’s Hypostyle Room, alongside the abstract lines from his chimney pots at the Casa Milà building. Gaudí’s last work of civic architecture, Casa Milà (also known as La Pedrera) represented a break with the conventions of his day, designed as a totally undulating building with a beating heart like a living being.
Gaudí’s fascination with the geometry of nature stemmed from his deep religious devotion, seeing the organic lines as a form of divine creation.
We are delighted to offer Gaudi’s Sun as a part of our Antoni Gaudi Collection.
Gaudi’s Sun is available as a hardcover journal, canvas bag, and pencil case.
