Publisher's Synopsis
A Handbook of the History of Painting, Part 2: The German, Flemish, and Dutch Schools of Painting (1846) is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of painting in Germany, Flanders, and the Netherlands. Written by art historian Franz Kugler, this book is the second part of a two-volume set that covers the major schools of painting from ancient times to the 19th century.In this volume, Kugler provides a detailed overview of the German, Flemish, and Dutch schools of painting, tracing their origins and influences, and examining the works of their most important artists. He explores the distinctive styles and techniques of each school, and analyzes the themes and subjects that were most popular among their painters.The book is richly illustrated with reproductions of some of the most famous paintings from these schools, including works by Albrecht D�����rer, Hans Holbein the Younger, Peter Paul Rubens, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Jan Vermeer. Kugler's writing is clear and concise, making this book accessible to both scholars and general readers with an interest in the history of art.Overall, A Handbook of the History of Painting, Part 2: The German, Flemish, and Dutch Schools of Painting (1846) is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the art and culture of these important regions of Europe.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.
