Johannes Itten's colour theory can be considered a universal reference for all those people - artists, designers, art historians, students - interested in colour and its complexities. There is no book or introductory course on colour that does not directly or indirectly refer to Itten's theoretical and pedagogical contributions. Published in 1961, The Art of Colour brings together the didactic material of the courses that the author taught on colour at the famous Bauhaus school of art and architecture, a book that, over time, has become a classic in full force. With an essentially informative approach, the study explains the concepts, theories and behaviour of colour, such as the chromatic circle, chromatic contrasts, colour mixtures, the spatial effect of colours, etc. Fundamental questions of colour theory are presented with the mastery of an artist and the simplicity of a pedagogue. This abridged edition of Itten's work is aimed at a wide audience, both those linked to the world of creativity and the reader interested in visual culture.

Original title:Kunst der Farben. Studienausgabe

Publisher: Gustavo Gil