George Cruikshank: His Life And London
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This biography chronicles the vibrant life and artistic contributions of George Cruikshank, a pivotal figure in 19th-century British art. It presents a detailed account of his career as a caricaturist and illustrator, capturing the social and political landscape of London during his era. The narrative uncovers Cruikshank's distinctive style and his profound influence on visual satire and book illustration. Readers gain insight into the bustling streets and societal nuances that shaped his iconic works. This volume illustrates the enduring legacy of an artist whose keen observations continue to resonate.
Author: Michael Wynn Jones
Format: Hardback
Published: 1978, Macmillan.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This biography chronicles the vibrant life and artistic contributions of George Cruikshank, a pivotal figure in 19th-century British art. It presents a detailed account of his career as a caricaturist and illustrator, capturing the social and political landscape of London during his era. The narrative uncovers Cruikshank's distinctive style and his profound influence on visual satire and book illustration. Readers gain insight into the bustling streets and societal nuances that shaped his iconic works. This volume illustrates the enduring legacy of an artist whose keen observations continue to resonate.