A Concise Introduction To The Knowledge Of The Most Eminent Painters (1778)

By Matthew Pilkington

Book Overview

A Concise Introduction To The Knowledge Of The Most Eminent Painters is a book written by Matthew Pilkington and published in 1778. The book is a comprehensive guide to the most famous painters of the time, providing a concise overview of their lives, works, and achievements. The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the Italian, Dutch, Flemish, and French schools of painting, while the second part covers the English school of painting. Each section provides a brief history of the school and its most notable painters, as well as a detailed analysis of their most famous works. Pilkington's writing style is clear and concise, making the book an accessible and informative read for both art enthusiasts and scholars. The book is also illustrated with black and white engravings of some of the most famous paintings discussed in the text. Overall, A Concise Introduction To The Knowledge Of The Most Eminent Painters is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of painting and the lives and works of some of the most influential artists of all time.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163933686
• ISBN13: 9781163933688
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"