Publisher's Synopsis
Memoir of Rosa Bonheur is a book written by F. Lepelle De Bois-Gallais in 1857. The book is a biography of the famous French painter, Rosa Bonheur, who is best known for her realistic and detailed paintings of animals. The memoir covers Rosa's life from her childhood to her rise to fame as a successful artist in the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Rosa's early years, including her upbringing in a family of artists and her struggles to gain recognition as a female artist in a male-dominated field. It also covers her artistic training and her eventual success as a painter, including her famous works such as The Horse Fair and Plowing in the Nivernais. The book also delves into Rosa's personal life, including her relationships with family members and friends, as well as her romantic relationships. Memoir of Rosa Bonheur is a fascinating look into the life of one of the most important artists of the 19th century and provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by women in the arts during that time period.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.
