Early Flemish Artists And Their Predecessors On The Lower Rhine (1887)

""Early Flemish Artists: And Their Predecessors On The Lower Rhine"" is a book written by William Martin Conway and published in 1887. The book explores the history and development of art in the Flemish region, particularly in the cities of Bruges and Ghent, during the 14th and 15th centuries. The author examines the works of early Flemish artists such as Jan van Eyck, Rogier van der Weyden, and Hans Memling, and their predecessors on the Lower Rhine. The book provides a detailed analysis of their techniques, styles, and influences, as well as the cultural and historical context in which they worked. The author also discusses the role of the Catholic Church and the wealthy merchant class in the patronage of art during this period. The book is considered a seminal work in the field of art history and a valuable resource for scholars, students, and art enthusiasts interested in the early Flemish art movement.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.