Horsley john callcott (40 risultati)

Condizione: New.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condizione: New.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Unbound. Condizione: Very Good. 1st. 1/2 page + continuatiion of story on reverse; John Callcott Horsley RA was an English academic painter of genre and historical scenes, illustrator, and designer of the first Christmas card. He was a member of the artist's colony in Cranbrook.ALSO on the page, an engraving showing the Guardhouse of Humanaita, Paraguay Size: 11" x 16". B/w Engaving (illustratore).…

Condizione: New. In English.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condizione: New.

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. Step back in time and experience the vibrant world of Victorian London through the eyes of a prominent artist. This book offers a captivating glimpse into the life and times of a Royal Academician, providing a unique perspective on the artistic scene, social customs, and cultural shifts of the era. The author, a renowned painter, recounts his childhood and adolescence, sharing anecdotes about his family, his early artistic influences, and his experiences at prestigious institutions like Sass's Academy and the Royal Academy. He describes his encounters with prominent figures of the day, including Sir Thomas Lawrence, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, and Isambard Kingdom Brunel, offering intimate details about their personalities and interactions. Beyond personal memories, the author delves into the world of art, providing insights into the technical aspects of painting, the prevailing artistic trends, and the social dynamics within the Royal Academy. He also shares his reflections on the evolving role of the artist in Victorian society, showcasing the artistic and social landscape of the era. This book offers a treasure trove of historical insights and charming observations, providing a fascinating window into the life of a prominent artist and the cultural vibrancy of Victorian London. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …

2pp, 12mo. In good condition, lightly aged. Reads: 'I pray your forgiveness. I am sincerely ashamed of my bad behaviours in putting by your letter & forgetting to answer it, especially when it was written for a charitable purpose. With great pleasure I enclose a small donation & am sorry it was not in time for your dinner.'.…

1 High Row, Kensington, 20 May 1886. John Callcott Horsley (1817-1903), painter, treasurer of the Academy 1882-1897. He was a painter of genre and historical scenes, illustrator, and the designer of the first Christmas card. "I need not say that it is for pictorial purposes & I shall be glad of a full sized specimen .".…

High Row, Kensington, 16 April1886. John Callcott Horsley (1817-1903), painter, treasurer of the Academy 1882-1897. He was a painter of genre and historical scenes, illustrator, and the designer of the first Christmas card.

Condizione: Good. 9.5 x 12.75 inches. Unbound sheet. Black and white gravure. Very good with slight foxing and edgewear.Print originally collected by Frederick Ruffner, founder of Gale research.

See his entry in the Oxford DNB. The two items in good condition, lightly discoloured, and each folded twice. Both addressed to 'Doyne . C . Bell'. ONE (17 December 1886): 2pp, 12mo. On first leaf of bifolium. Signed 'J. Callcott Horsley. He explains the reason for not writing sooner: 'I waited to see how our wants were likely to be as to small pictures'. The picture that Bell describes 'must be a very interesting one', and Horsley would 'much like to see it'. He asks for it to be left where he is, addressed to him, '& then if I am unable to "hang" it I will take care that it is safely returned to you'. TWO (18 December 1886): 2pp, 12mo. Signed 'J. C. Horsley'. He thanks him for the kind trouble, 'but I regret to say that the Committee here do not think the little picture sufficiently up to concert pitch artistically for our Ex[hibitio]n. ! -'. He regrets that Bell 'should have been put to some inconvenience unnecessarily'.…

See his entry, and that of his fellow Academician Horsley, in the Oxford DNB. 1p, 12mo. On the first leaf of a bifolium. In good condition, lightly aged. Folded twice for postage. Signed 'A Waterhouse'. Reads: 'Dear Horsley. / You are quite right. No "mystery" between us if you please. / I say "yes" to your query to the extent of 2 guineas. / I hope you will soon gain the sum you desire without any great trouble to yourself'. …

4pp, 12mo. Bifolium of grey paper. In good condition, lightly aged. He informs him that his eldest daughter Fanny is to be married to Dr Arthur Whitelegge, and that the couple are 'earnestly desirous that you should write them "in holy bonds" [] It is intended that the wedding should take place in the morning of Saturday the 14th of March, & in accordance with the express wish of the Principals at an early hour & in the simplest form, the bride being in travelling dress & in quitting the Church starting at once for the very brief holiday the bridegroom will have at his disposal It is of course proposed that the ceremony should take place at St Margaret's where both have been frequent attendants'.…

Condizione: Very Good. First edition. Hardback. In library bound quarter cloth with stiff boards, gilt at spine, slightly worn and faded, a few small ex-library stamps, portrait plate slightly spotted, edge-darkened, nicked and chipped. Very good.

Size: Folio. Half calf with marbled boards (rather worn, front board detached, backstrip partly missing). Engraved.

Size: Oblong folio. Half calf (lower half of backstrip missing, rubbed) with marbled boards (faded). Engraved.

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 430. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1903 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 430.…

Condizione: New. Print on Demand pp. 222.

Condizione: New. Print on Demand pp. 222.

Condizione: New. PRINT ON DEMAND pp. 222.

1p, 12mo. In good condition, lightly aged. Signed 'James Nasmyth', with a fingerprint beneath the signature, flanked by the words 'Hys' and 'marke', and with 'impression before Letters' jokingly added beneath. Written in a shaky hand, the letter invites Horsley to a dinner 'to meet Col Colville Mrs. [Maclins?] and Dr. [Savile?]'. …

3pp., 12mo. Bifolium with mourning border. Good, on lightly-aged paper, with thin neat strip of paper mount at head of third page. The sense of humour for which the St John's Wood Clique was known is reflected in the letter, which begins: 'Marks, Storey and I have just returned from Paris, (to which dissolute city we went to see the "Salon") and after a hard course of study of pictures, frescoes, elaborate "menus" at Champeaux and female costume reduced to its simplest form at Offenbach's Theatre - (where it chiefly consists of a belt with a few small coins hanging about) here we are home again - to Virtue, Simplicity and Work!' He is sorry to be late replying: Horsley's friend's drawing is a good one, and he has 'many friends better able than myself to advise him'. 'The sending in is to-morrow and so, good luck to him - I am sure he thoroughly deserves it.' Calderon writes that he and his colleagues were all very sorry to learn the cause of Horsley's absence from the last meeting: 'it was badly attended - besides yourself - Ward and Leighton were absent - but very interesting, as Cope brought forward his motion'. Calderon has 'seriously studied the "lighting" at the Salon', and wants to 'try it in one room here'. He ends by asking: 'Will you back me up?'.…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 408 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.91 inches. This item is printed on demand.

Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1870. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 230, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 230 230.…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 408 pages. 10.00x7.50x0.92 inches. This item is printed on demand.