Homes, Works, And Shrines Of English Artists: With Specimens Of Their Styles (1873)

By Frederick William Fairholt

Book Overview

Homes, Works, and Shrines of English Artists: With Specimens of Their Styles is a book written by Frederick William Fairholt and first published in 1873. The book is a comprehensive guide to the homes, works, and shrines of some of the most prominent English artists of the time, including William Hogarth, Joshua Reynolds, Thomas Gainsborough, and John Constable.The book is divided into three sections, each dedicated to one of the three topics: homes, works, and shrines. The section on homes provides readers with a detailed look at the houses and studios of the artists, including their architecture, decor, and furnishings. The section on works includes reproductions of some of the most famous paintings, drawings, and sculptures by the artists, along with commentary on their style, technique, and significance. The section on shrines takes readers on a tour of the graves, memorials, and monuments dedicated to the artists, including descriptions of their design and symbolism.Throughout the book, Fairholt provides a wealth of information on the lives and careers of the artists, as well as their impact on the English art world. He also includes a number of anecdotes and personal stories that offer insight into the personalities and quirks of the artists.Overall, Homes, Works, and Shrines of English Artists: With Specimens of Their Styles is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English art and the lives of its most famous practitioners.To Which Is Added, Rambles In Rome.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: 1166978982
• ISBN13: 9781166978983
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"