Publisher's Synopsis
Fifty Years Of Modern Painting, Corot To Sargent is a book written by John Ernest Phythian and published in 1908. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of modern painting during the fifty-year period from the mid-19th century to the early 20th century. The author focuses on the works of two prominent artists of the time, Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot and John Singer Sargent, and examines their influence on the art world during this period.The book is divided into six chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the development of modern painting. The first chapter provides an overview of the art world in the mid-19th century and the emergence of modern painting. The second chapter focuses on the work of Corot, one of the leading figures of the Barbizon school, and his influence on the development of landscape painting.The third chapter examines the work of the Impressionists, including Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and their impact on the art world. The fourth chapter explores the work of the Post-Impressionists, including Vincent van Gogh and Paul C�����zanne, and their contribution to the development of modern painting.The fifth chapter focuses on the work of John Singer Sargent, an American artist who became known for his portraits and landscapes. The author examines Sargent's influence on the art world and his contribution to the development of modern painting. The final chapter provides an overview of the state of modern painting at the turn of the 20th century.Overall, Fifty Years Of Modern Painting, Corot To Sargent is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed account of the development of modern painting during a crucial period in art history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art or the development of modern painting.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.
