Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Death of Conder is a book written by John Rothenstein that tells the story of Arthur Conder, an artist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a biography that follows Conder's life from his childhood in Australia to his time as a successful artist in Europe. The book explores Conder's artistic style, which was heavily influenced by the Post-Impressionist movement, and his relationships with other artists of the time, including Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Pierre Bonnard. It also delves into Conder's personal life, including his struggles with alcoholism and his relationships with women.Rothenstein's writing is engaging and well-researched, providing readers with a detailed and intimate portrait of Conder's life and work. The book is illustrated with examples of Conder's paintings, sketches, and drawings, giving readers a visual representation of his artistic style.Overall, The Life and Death of Conder is a fascinating exploration of the life and work of a talented artist, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of 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.
