Vincent Delecroix Revisits Nicolas Poussin's Arcadian Vision

In the September 2015 issue of artpress, philosopher and writer Vincent Delecroix examines the work of Nicolas Poussin, the French painter who died in 1665. Delecroix argues that Poussin is often overlooked due to a false familiarity with his work. His book "Poussin, une journée en Arcadie" (published by Flammarion) aims to renew attention to the painter's depth, particularly focusing on themes of life and death. The article, titled "Nicolas Poussin, une question de vie ou de mort," appears on page 84 of artpress n°425. Delecroix challenges viewers to truly see Poussin, moving beyond superficial appreciation.