Publisher's Synopsis
""Thoughts on Great Painters"" is a book written by John Philip Davis and published in 1866. The book is a collection of essays that explore the works and lives of some of the most renowned painters in art history. Davis provides his insights and opinions on the likes of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, Rubens, and Rembrandt, among others. He delves into the technical aspects of their art, as well as their personal lives and the cultural and historical contexts in which they worked. The book is a valuable resource for art enthusiasts and scholars alike, offering a unique perspective on some of the most iconic works of art in Western history.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.
