American Water Colorists (1922)

By Albert Eugene Gallatin

Book Overview

American Water Colorists is a book written by Albert Eugene Gallatin and originally published in 1922. The book is a comprehensive study of the history and development of watercolor painting in America, focusing primarily on the 19th and early 20th centuries. It features profiles of prominent American watercolor artists, including John Singer Sargent, Winslow Homer, and Edward Hopper, as well as lesser-known but equally talented artists.The book also includes a detailed analysis of the techniques and materials used in watercolor painting, as well as the various styles and movements that have influenced American watercolorists over the years. Gallatin provides insight into the social and cultural context in which these artists worked, highlighting the ways in which their paintings reflect the changing attitudes and values of American society.Overall, American Water Colorists is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American art, as well as for artists and art students looking to deepen their understanding of watercolor painting. The book is well-researched and engagingly written, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers alike.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: 1166431851
• ISBN13: 9781166431853
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"