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Winslow Homer, American Artist: His World And His Work

Winslow Homer, American Artist: His World And His Work

Gardner, Albert Ten Eyck

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ISBN10: 1163821306
ISBN13: 9781163821305
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 264
Weight: 1.32
Height: 0.55 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Winslow Homer, American Artist: His World And His Work is a comprehensive book that explores the life and career of one of America's most celebrated artists, Winslow Homer. Written by art historian Albert Ten Eyck Gardner, the book offers a detailed look at Homer's artistic evolution, from his early days as a commercial illustrator to his later years as a master painter of seascapes and landscapes.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Homer's life and work. The first section provides an overview of Homer's early years, including his upbringing and his early artistic training. The second section examines his early career as a commercial illustrator, while the third section delves into his years as a war correspondent during the Civil War.The fourth section of the book focuses on Homer's transition to oil painting, and the fifth section explores his fascination with the sea and his many seascapes. The final section of the book examines Homer's legacy and influence on American art.Throughout the book, Gardner provides detailed analysis of Homer's artwork, exploring the themes and techniques that define his style. He also offers insights into the cultural and historical context in which Homer worked, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the artist and his world.Overall, Winslow Homer, American Artist: His World And His Work is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and art of this iconic American painter. With its engaging prose and beautiful illustrations, it is sure to be enjoyed by art lovers and history buffs alike.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.

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