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

By American Institute of Architects

Book Overview

The book ""Augustus Saint-Gaudens: Biography, Exhibition Of His Works, And Memorial Meeting"" is a comprehensive account of the life and works of the renowned American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Published in 1908 by the American Institute of Architects, the book includes a detailed biography of the artist, tracing his early life, education, and career highlights.The book also features an exhibition of Saint-Gaudens' works, showcasing some of his most famous sculptures, such as the Sherman Monument, the Adams Memorial, and the Standing Lincoln. The exhibition is accompanied by detailed descriptions of each piece, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the artist's creative process and artistic vision.In addition to the biography and exhibition, the book also includes a memorial meeting held in honor of Saint-Gaudens after his death. The meeting features speeches and tributes from some of the artist's closest friends and colleagues, shedding light on his personal life and the impact he had on the art world.Overall, ""Augustus Saint-Gaudens: Biography, Exhibition Of His Works, And Memorial Meeting"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of this iconic American sculptor.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1169705049
• ISBN13: 9781169705043
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"