Publisher's Synopsis
Great Schools of Painting: A First Book of European Art is a comprehensive guide to the major styles and movements of European painting from the Renaissance to the early 20th century. Written by Winifred Turner and first published in 1915, the book is aimed at young readers and those new to the subject, but provides a thorough and informative overview of the key artists, techniques, and themes of each period.The book is divided into chapters on the major schools of painting, including the Italian Renaissance, Dutch and Flemish painting, the Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical periods, and the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists. Each chapter includes a brief historical overview, followed by detailed discussions of individual artists and their works.Turner's writing is clear and accessible, and she provides plenty of visual aids to help readers understand the works being discussed. The book includes numerous black-and-white illustrations of paintings, as well as a number of color plates. Turner also includes helpful notes on the techniques used by different artists, such as the use of perspective in Renaissance painting or the use of light and color in Impressionism.Overall, Great Schools of Painting is an excellent introduction to European art for those new to the subject. Its clear writing, helpful illustrations, and comprehensive coverage make it an ideal starting point for anyone interested in learning more about the major styles and movements of painting in Europe.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.