The Life And Death Of Conder

By John Rothenstein

Book Overview

The book ""The Life and Death of Conder"" by John Rothenstein is a biography of the British painter, Arthur Conder. The book delves into the life of Conder, his upbringing, education, and artistic career. It also explores his struggles with mental health and addiction, which ultimately led to his untimely death at the age of 40.Rothenstein provides a detailed account of Conder's artistic development, including his association with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and his later involvement with the Aesthetic Movement. The book also features a comprehensive analysis of Conder's major works, including his famous paintings of Parisian scenes and the South Pacific.Throughout the book, Rothenstein examines the cultural and artistic movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, providing context for Conder's work and the challenges he faced as an artist. The author draws on a range of primary sources, including Conder's personal letters and journals, to create a vivid portrait of the artist and his world.Overall, ""The Life and Death of Conder"" is an insightful and engaging biography of an important figure in British art history. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a talented artist, as well as a broader understanding of the artistic and cultural milieu of the time.Biography Of The Australian Fin-De-Siecle Impressionist And Decadent Painter Whose Career Flourished In London And Paris Following His Departure From Melbourne In 1890 For Art Study In Europe.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: 1432583379
• ISBN13: 9781432583378
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"