Isbn: 9781331555650 - pre-raphaelitism and the pre-raphaelite brotherhood, vol. 1 of 2 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a captivating journey through the life of a young artist growing up in Victorian England. The author, himself an artist, delves into the world of aspiring painters, detailing the challenges they faced in a society where art was often viewed as an frivolous pursuit. He vividly recounts his own early experiences, from his childhood fascination with art to his struggles to reconcile his passion with his father's expectations for a more traditional career path. The book goes beyond personal anecdotes, offering a unique perspective on the art scene of the mid-nineteenth century. The author examines the rise of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, a group of artists who sought to revolutionize the art world by rejecting academic conventions and returning to the detail and realism of earlier masters. He reveals the inner workings of this movement, describing the artists' shared ideals, their struggles for recognition, and their triumphs over societal resistance. The author also explores broader themes of artistic innovation, the role of art in society, and the clash between traditional values and artistic ambition. This book provides a fascinating and insightful glimpse into the creative ferment of a pivotal era in English art history. It offers a vital record of a group of artists who dared to challenge the status quo and whose work continues to inspire and resonate today. 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.…