Publisher's Synopsis
This book is a collection of fifteen paintings by Sir Joshua Reynolds, one of the most influential portrait painters of the 18th century. The book also includes a portrait of the painter himself, along with an introduction and interpretation of each painting by Estelle M. Hurll. The paintings featured in the book showcase Reynolds' mastery of the art of portraiture, capturing the likeness and character of his subjects with great skill and sensitivity. The introduction provides context for Reynolds' life and work, and the interpretation of each painting delves into its historical and artistic significance. This book is a must-read for art lovers and anyone interested in the history of portraiture.1900. Contents: Penelope Boothby; Master Crewe as Henry VIII; Lady Cockburn and Her Children; Miss Bowles; Master Bunbury; Mrs. Siddons as the Tragic Muse; Angels's Heads; The Duchess of Devonshire and her Child; Hope; Lord Heathfield; Mrs. Payne-Gallwey and her Child-Pickaback; Cupid as Link Boy; The Hon. Anne Bingham; The Strawberry Girl; Dr. Samuel Johnson; and The Portrait of Reynolds.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.
