Publisher's Synopsis
""Masters of British Painting, 1800-1950"" is a comprehensive survey of British art from the beginning of the 19th century to the middle of the 20th century. Written by Andrew Carnduff Ritchie, the book features detailed analyses of the work of leading British painters such as J.M.W. Turner, John Constable, William Hogarth, Thomas Gainsborough, and many others. The book examines the social, political, and cultural context in which these artists worked, and explores the evolution of British painting over the course of 150 years. The book is illustrated with over 200 reproductions of paintings, drawings, and prints, many of which are in full color. With its insightful commentary and beautiful illustrations, ""Masters of British Painting, 1800-1950"" is an essential reference for anyone interested in the history of British art.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.