Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs Of The Life Of John Constable is a biographical account of the British landscape painter John Constable, written by C.R. Leslie. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Constable's life, from his childhood in Suffolk to his rise to fame as one of the most celebrated artists of the Romantic era. The memoirs include detailed descriptions of Constable's artistic process, his relationships with other artists and patrons, and his personal life, including his marriage to Maria Bicknell. Leslie also provides insights into the cultural and political context of Constable's time, including the impact of the Industrial Revolution and the changing attitudes towards landscape painting. The book is illustrated with reproductions of Constable's most famous works, as well as personal sketches and drawings from his notebooks. Overall, Memoirs Of The Life Of John Constable is an essential read for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential artist.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.
