Publisher's Synopsis
The Whistler Book: A Monograph Of The Life And Position In Art Of James McNeill Whistler (1910) is a comprehensive study of the life and work of the American artist James McNeill Whistler. Written by Sadakichi Hartmann, a prominent art critic and writer of the early 20th century, the book provides a detailed account of Whistler's artistic career, including his early training in Europe, his move to London, and his later years in Paris. The book also explores Whistler's unique artistic style, which was characterized by a focus on tonal harmony and a rejection of traditional narrative and subject matter. Throughout the book, Hartmann provides insightful analysis of Whistler's major works, including his famous nocturnes and portraits. The Whistler Book is an important resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential artist.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.
