Publisher's Synopsis
""Five Great Painters Of The Victorian Era: Leighton, Millais, Burne-Jones, Watts, Holman Hunt"" is a book written by Bayliss and Wyke in 1902. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the lives and works of five of the most prominent painters of the Victorian era. The artists covered in the book include Frederic Leighton, John Everett Millais, Edward Burne-Jones, George Frederic Watts, and William Holman Hunt. The book provides a detailed analysis of the artistic styles and techniques employed by each of these painters, as well as the historical and social context in which their works were created. The authors also delve into the personal lives of each artist, examining their upbringing, education, and relationships. The book is richly illustrated with reproductions of the artists' most famous works, as well as lesser-known pieces that offer insight into their development as painters. The authors also provide commentary on each painting, highlighting key themes and motifs. Overall, ""Five Great Painters Of The Victorian Era"" is a valuable resource for art historians, students, and anyone interested in the art and culture of the Victorian era. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and works of some of the most influential artists of the period, and provides a deeper understanding of the artistic and cultural movements that shaped the Victorian era.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.
