Chelsea Reach: The Brutal Friendship Of Whistler And Walter Greaves

Chelsea Reach: The Brutal Friendship Of Whistler And Walter Greaves

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This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Tom Pocock
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: wear and minor damage on edges of external dust cover; mildew on spine; yellowing of inside dust cover

Tom Pocock's Chelsea Reach: The Brutal Friendship Of Whistler And Walter Greaves chronicles the intricate and often tumultuous relationship between two significant figures in the art world. This compelling biography uncovers the personal and professional dynamics that bound James McNeill Whistler and Walter Greaves, set against the vibrant artistic milieu of late 19th-century Chelsea. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of their shared artistic endeavors and the underlying tensions that defined their bond. It illustrates the profound impact each artist had on the other's life and work, offering a unique perspective on their legacies. Pocock details the complexities of their association, providing an insightful look into a pivotal period of artistic collaboration and conflict.

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Description

Author: Tom Pocock
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hodder and Stoughton, London, 1970

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: wear and minor damage on edges of external dust cover; mildew on spine; yellowing of inside dust cover

Tom Pocock's Chelsea Reach: The Brutal Friendship Of Whistler And Walter Greaves chronicles the intricate and often tumultuous relationship between two significant figures in the art world. This compelling biography uncovers the personal and professional dynamics that bound James McNeill Whistler and Walter Greaves, set against the vibrant artistic milieu of late 19th-century Chelsea. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of their shared artistic endeavors and the underlying tensions that defined their bond. It illustrates the profound impact each artist had on the other's life and work, offering a unique perspective on their legacies. Pocock details the complexities of their association, providing an insightful look into a pivotal period of artistic collaboration and conflict.