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Winslow Homer, American Artist: His World And His Work

Winslow Homer, American Artist: His World And His Work

Gardner, Albert Ten Eyck

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1169751865
ISBN13: 9781169751866
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 266
Weight: 1.99
Height: 0.63 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Winslow Homer, American Artist: His World And His Work is a comprehensive book written by Albert Ten Eyck Gardner that explores the life and artwork of one of America's most celebrated artists, Winslow Homer. The book delves into Homer's early life, his artistic training, and his rise to fame as a painter, illustrator, and watercolorist. It also examines the social and cultural context in which Homer lived and worked, including the Civil War, the rise of industrialization, and the changing attitudes towards art in America. The book is filled with stunning reproductions of Homer's artwork, including some of his most famous paintings such as The Gulf Stream and Snap the Whip. It also includes lesser-known works that showcase Homer's versatility and experimentation with different mediums and techniques. Gardner's writing is engaging and informative, providing readers with a deep understanding of Homer's artistic vision and his place in American art history. He draws upon a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and contemporary reviews, to provide a nuanced and detailed portrait of the artist and his work. Overall, Winslow Homer, American Artist: His World And His Work is an essential read for anyone interested in American art, history, and culture. It offers a rich and insightful exploration of one of America's greatest artists and the world in which he lived and worked.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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