Publisher's Synopsis
The Elder Peter Bruegel 1528-1569 is a book written by Aldous Huxley that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and works of the famous Flemish painter, Peter Bruegel the Elder. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Bruegel's life and career. The first chapter provides a brief biography of Bruegel, including his early life, education, and artistic influences. The following chapters delve into his most famous works, including his landscapes, peasant scenes, and religious paintings. Huxley provides detailed analysis of each painting, discussing the symbolism, composition, and historical context.Throughout the book, Huxley also explores the broader cultural and political context of Bruegel's time, including the religious conflicts of the Reformation and the rise of humanism. He discusses how these events influenced Bruegel's art and how his paintings reflected the social and cultural changes of the era.Overall, The Elder Peter Bruegel 1528-1569 is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the most important painters of the Renaissance. It is a must-read for anyone interested in art history, Flemish culture, or the broader historical context of the 16th century.With An Essay By Aldous Huxley And A Note By Jean Videpoche.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.
