"Death, Desire, and the Doll" is a comprehensive illustrated biography of Hans Bellmer, offering a detailed analysis of his artistic oeuvre. The book showcases Bellmer's surreal and erotic drawings, paintings, sculptures, and his renowned Doll photographs. It narrates Bellmer's life journey from Nazi Germany to Paris's surrealist circle, exploring the history of surrealist and erotic art. The book highlights collaborations with authors like De Sade and Bataille, revealing Bellmer's complex illustrations. It includes 36 color plates and provides insights into the interplay between body and imagination through Bellmer's work, solidifying his place in 20th-century avant-garde art.
