Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Death of Conder by John Rothenstein is a biographical account of the life of Arthur Conder, a British artist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Conder was a member of the New English Art Club and was associated with the Aesthetic Movement, a cultural movement that emphasized the importance of beauty and art in everyday life.The book traces Conder's life from his childhood in Australia to his move to London, where he became a successful artist. Rothenstein explores Conder's relationships with other artists, including Aubrey Beardsley and James McNeill Whistler, as well as his struggles with addiction and mental illness.The book also provides a detailed analysis of Conder's art, including his use of color and his experiments with different styles and techniques. Rothenstein argues that Conder's work was ahead of its time and had a significant influence on the development of modern art.Overall, The Life and Death of Conder offers a fascinating insight into the life and work of a talented and complex artist, and provides a valuable contribution to the history of British art.Biography Of The Australian Fin-De-Siecle Impressionist And Decadent Painter Whose Career Flourished In London And Paris Following His Departure From Melbourne In 1890 For Art Study In Europe.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.
