Proportion And Harmony Of Line And Color In Painting, Sculpture And Architecture: An Essay In Comparative Aesthetics

By George Lansing Raymond

Book Overview

""Proportion And Harmony Of Line And Color In Painting, Sculpture And Architecture: An Essay In Comparative Aesthetics"" by George Lansing Raymond is a comprehensive study of the principles of art and aesthetics. The book explores the concepts of proportion and harmony in the fields of painting, sculpture, and architecture, and how these concepts are interrelated with color. The author delves into the history of art, analyzing the works of great artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. He discusses the principles of design, including the use of lines, shapes, and colors, and how they contribute to the overall aesthetic experience. The book also examines the relationship between art and nature, exploring how artists throughout history have been inspired by the natural world. Raymond argues that the principles of proportion and harmony are universal, and can be found in all forms of art, regardless of culture or time period. Overall, ""Proportion And Harmony Of Line And Color In Painting, Sculpture And Architecture: An Essay In Comparative Aesthetics"" is a thought-provoking and insightful read for anyone interested in the principles of art and aesthetics.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: 1163636207
• ISBN13: 9781163636206
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 498 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"