Augustus Saint-Gaudens: Biography, Exhibition Of His Works, And Memorial Meeting (1908)

By American Institute of Architects

Book Overview

Augustus Saint-Gaudens: Biography, Exhibition Of His Works, And Memorial Meeting (1908) is a book published by the American Institute of Architects that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and work of the famous American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. The book includes a detailed biography of Saint-Gaudens, tracing his life from his birth in Dublin, Ireland, to his rise to prominence in the United States as one of the most celebrated sculptors of his time.The book also features an extensive exhibition of Saint-Gaudens' works, showcasing his most famous sculptures and monuments, including the Sherman Monument, the Adams Memorial, and the Diana sculpture. The exhibition provides a detailed analysis of each work, highlighting the unique artistic style and techniques used by Saint-Gaudens.Finally, the book includes a memorial meeting held in honor of Saint-Gaudens, featuring speeches and tributes from some of the most prominent figures in the art world at the time. Overall, Augustus Saint-Gaudens: Biography, Exhibition Of His Works, And Memorial Meeting (1908) is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of this iconic American 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437480829
• ISBN13: 9781437480825
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"