England's Michelangelo: A Biography Of George Frederic Watts
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Wilfrid Blunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hamish Hamilton, 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slight sun fading to spine and purple foxing to fore-edge with some slight stains.
This biography chronicles the life and artistic achievements of George Frederic Watts, a prominent Victorian painter and sculptor often hailed as "England's Michelangelo." Wilfrid Blunt meticulously details Watts's journey from his early artistic development to his later years, examining his significant contributions to the Symbolist movement and his profound influence on British art. The narrative presents a comprehensive look at his personal struggles, his philosophical outlook, and the social and cultural context that shaped his monumental works. It is an essential read for anyone interested in art history, Victorian studies, or the lives of influential artists.
Author: Wilfrid Blunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hamish Hamilton, 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slight sun fading to spine and purple foxing to fore-edge with some slight stains.
This biography chronicles the life and artistic achievements of George Frederic Watts, a prominent Victorian painter and sculptor often hailed as "England's Michelangelo." Wilfrid Blunt meticulously details Watts's journey from his early artistic development to his later years, examining his significant contributions to the Symbolist movement and his profound influence on British art. The narrative presents a comprehensive look at his personal struggles, his philosophical outlook, and the social and cultural context that shaped his monumental works. It is an essential read for anyone interested in art history, Victorian studies, or the lives of influential artists.