Queen Victoria's Sketchbook

Queen Victoria's Sketchbook

$15.00 AUD

Availability: in stock at our Tullamarine warehouse

Condition: SECONDHAND

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: Marina Warner
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, 1979

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner

Marina Warner's Queen Victoria's Sketchbook uncovers the hidden artistic talents of one of history's most iconic monarchs, presenting a unique visual diary of her private world. This compelling work details Victoria's personal drawings and watercolors, illustrating her keen observations and emotional landscape beyond the public persona. Warner's insightful analysis chronicles the cultural significance of these intimate creations, offering a fresh perspective on the Victorian era through the eyes of its sovereign. The narrative argues for the profound impact of art on personal expression and historical understanding, making this a fascinating read for enthusiasts of art history and royal biography alike.

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Description

Author: Marina Warner
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, 1979

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner

Marina Warner's Queen Victoria's Sketchbook uncovers the hidden artistic talents of one of history's most iconic monarchs, presenting a unique visual diary of her private world. This compelling work details Victoria's personal drawings and watercolors, illustrating her keen observations and emotional landscape beyond the public persona. Warner's insightful analysis chronicles the cultural significance of these intimate creations, offering a fresh perspective on the Victorian era through the eyes of its sovereign. The narrative argues for the profound impact of art on personal expression and historical understanding, making this a fascinating read for enthusiasts of art history and royal biography alike.