French Eighteenth Century Paintings

By Wildenstein and Company

Book Overview

French Eighteenth Century Paintings is a book published by Wildenstein And Company that showcases an impressive collection of paintings from the 18th century in France. The book features a comprehensive selection of works by some of the most renowned artists of the time, including Jean-Honor����� Fragonard, Fran�����ois Boucher, and Jean-Baptiste Greuze, among others.The book is divided into different sections, each focusing on a specific theme or style of painting. The first section, for example, explores the Rococo style, which was characterized by its ornate and decorative motifs. The second section, on the other hand, features works from the Neoclassical period, which was marked by a return to classical themes and motifs.Throughout the book, readers will find detailed descriptions and analyses of each painting, as well as background information on the artists and the historical context in which the works were created. The book also includes high-quality, full-color reproductions of each painting, allowing readers to appreciate the beauty and intricacy of the works in detail.Overall, French Eighteenth Century Paintings is a must-read for art enthusiasts and historians alike, providing a fascinating glimpse into one of the most important periods in the history of French art.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: 1258651254
• ISBN13: 9781258651251
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 234 Pages
• Weight: 1.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.5" x 11.0"