Richard Cosway, And His Wife And Pupils

Miniaturists Of The Eighteenth Century (1897)

von George Charles Williamson

336 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Richard Cosway, And His Wife And Pupils: Miniaturists Of The Eighteenth Century"" is a book written by George Charles Williamson in 1897. The book is a biography of Richard Cosway and his wife, Maria Cosway, who were both renowned miniaturists in the eighteenth century. The book also covers the lives and works of their pupils, who were also miniaturists. The book provides an in-depth look at the lives and careers of Richard and Maria Cosway, including their artistic techniques, influences, and achievements. It also explores the social and cultural contexts of the eighteenth century, including the rise of the Grand Tour and the patronage of the aristocracy. The book is illustrated with reproductions of many of the Cosways' miniature portraits, as well as portraits by their pupils. The author also includes a detailed bibliography and index for further research. Overall, ""Richard Cosway, And His Wife And Pupils: Miniaturists Of The Eighteenth Century"" is a comprehensive and informative resource for anyone interested in the art and history of the eighteenth century, as well as the lives and works of Richard and Maria Cosway and their pupils.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Kunst Themen und Techniken Kunstgeschichte
• ISBN: 9781120693372
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 21.11.2009
• Größe: 280 x 210 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC