Picture Readings: A Study Of Paintings By The Great Masters (1918)

By Edgar Packard

Book Overview

Picture Readings: A Study Of Paintings By The Great Masters is a book written by Edgar Packard in 1918. The book is a comprehensive study of some of the most famous paintings created by the great masters of art. It is a collection of essays and analyses of paintings by artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, Raphael, and others. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different artist and their works. The author provides detailed descriptions of the paintings and their historical context. He also offers his own interpretations of the paintings and what they might represent. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both art experts and those with a general interest in art. The author's passion for art is evident throughout the book, and his enthusiasm is contagious. Overall, Picture Readings: A Study Of Paintings By The Great Masters is a valuable resource for anyone interested in art history or the works of the great masters. It offers a unique perspective on some of the most famous paintings ever created and is sure to inspire readers to seek out these works and experience them for themselves.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: 1120674786
• ISBN13: 9781120674784
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"