Publisher's Synopsis
Schools and Masters of Paintings: With an Appendix on the Principal Galleries of Europe is a book written by Alida Graveraet Radcliffe in 1896. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history and techniques of painting, covering the major schools of art and the most prominent artists from ancient times to the 19th century. The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific schools of painting, including the Italian, Flemish, Dutch, French, Spanish, and English schools. Each chapter provides a detailed analysis of the characteristics and techniques of the artists associated with that school, as well as their major works and contributions to the development of painting.In addition to the chapters on the schools of painting, the book also includes an appendix that provides information on the principal galleries of Europe. This section includes descriptions of the major art collections in cities such as Paris, London, Rome, and Madrid, as well as advice on how to navigate these galleries and appreciate the art they contain.Overall, Schools and Masters of Paintings is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and techniques of painting. Its detailed analysis of the major schools of art and the most prominent artists of each era make it a must-read for art lovers and students of art history alike.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.
