Anecdotes Of Painting In England V1

With Some Account Of The Principal Artists And Incidental Notes On Other Arts (1849)

von George Vertue, Horace Walpole

432 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Anecdotes of Painting in England V1"" is a historical book written by George Vertue and published in 1849. The book provides a comprehensive account of the development of painting in England, covering the period from the 16th to the 18th century. It includes detailed information about the principal artists of the time, their works, and their contributions to the art scene in England.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period in the history of English painting. The author provides a detailed analysis of the works of famous artists such as William Hogarth, Thomas Gainsborough, and Joshua Reynolds, among others. Additionally, the book contains incidental notes on other arts, such as sculpture, architecture, and engraving.The author also includes several anecdotes and stories about the artists, providing a fascinating insight into their lives and personalities. The book is filled with beautiful illustrations of the paintings discussed in the text, making it an excellent resource for art enthusiasts and historians alike.Overall, ""Anecdotes of Painting in England V1"" is a valuable historical document that provides a comprehensive overview of the development of painting in England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and the cultural heritage of England.Also, A Catalogue Of Engravers Who Have Been Born Or Resided In England. In Three Volumes.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: 9781436777797
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.06.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC