Publisher's Synopsis
""George Frederick Watts, Sandro Botticelli, Matthew Arnold"" is a book written by Lucy Elizabeth Lee Ewing and published in 1904. The book is a collection of essays that explore the lives and works of three prominent figures in art and literature. The first essay focuses on George Frederick Watts, a British painter and sculptor who was active in the late 19th century. Ewing examines Watts' artistic style and his contributions to the Victorian art scene. She also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with his wives and his philanthropic endeavors.The second essay is dedicated to Sandro Botticelli, an Italian Renaissance painter who is best known for his mythological and religious works. Ewing examines Botticelli's life and career, including his early training with Fra Filippo Lippi and his later work for the Medici family. She also analyzes some of his most famous paintings, such as ""The Birth of Venus"" and ""Primavera.""The final essay in the book is about Matthew Arnold, a British poet and critic who was active in the mid-19th century. Ewing explores Arnold's literary career, including his famous essay ""Culture and Anarchy"" and his poetry collections ""The Scholar Gypsy"" and ""Dover Beach."" She also examines Arnold's social and political views and their influence on his writing.Overall, ""George Frederick Watts, Sandro Botticelli, Matthew Arnold"" provides a comprehensive look at three influential figures in art and literature. Ewing's essays offer a mix of biographical information, critical analysis, and historical context, making the book an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in these subjects.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.
