Anecdotes Of Eminent Painters In Spain: During The Sixteenth And Seventeenth Centuries, With Cursory Remarks Upon The Present State Of Arts In That Ki

By Richard Cumberland

Book Overview

""Anecdotes of Eminent Painters in Spain"" is a book written by Richard Cumberland in 1782. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about well-known Spanish painters from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Cumberland provides insight into the lives and works of these artists, including Diego Vel�����zquez, Francisco de Zurbar�����n, and Bartolom����� Esteban Murillo. The book also includes observations about the current state of the arts in Spain at the time of its writing. Cumberland's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of Spanish art. Overall, ""Anecdotes of Eminent Painters in Spain"" is a fascinating read that provides a unique perspective on the art world of the past.Two Volumes In One.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: 1436777763
• ISBN13: 9781436777766
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"