Publisher's Synopsis
""A History of Watercolor Painting in England"" is a comprehensive book written by Gilbert Richard Redgrave in 1905. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the evolution of watercolor painting in England from its inception to the early 20th century. The author explores the origins of watercolor painting in England, its development as an art form, and its significance in the English art scene.Redgrave examines the works of prominent watercolor artists such as J.M.W. Turner, John Ruskin, and William Blake, and discusses their contributions to the development of the medium. He also looks at the influence of various schools of art on watercolor painting, including the Pre-Raphaelites and the Arts and Crafts movement.The book is richly illustrated with over 150 black and white reproductions of watercolor paintings, providing readers with a visual understanding of the evolution of the medium. The author also includes a comprehensive bibliography and a list of watercolor exhibitions held in England up to the time of publication.Overall, ""A History of Watercolor Painting in England"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of English art and the development of watercolor painting as a medium.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.
