The Life & Letters Of Gavin Hamilton: Artist & Art Dealer In Eighteenth-Century Rome (Two-Volume Set)
The Life & Letters Of Gavin Hamilton: Artist & Art Dealer In Eighteenth-Century Rome (Two-Volume Set)
Author: Brendan Cassidy
Binding: Hardback
Published: HARVEY MILLER PUBLISHERS, 2011
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This scholarly biography The Life & Letters Of Gavin Hamilton: Artist & Art Dealer In Eighteenth-Century Rome chronicles the fascinating career of a pivotal figure in the Neoclassical art movement. It uncovers Hamilton's dual role as both a painter and a shrewd art dealer, shaping tastes and collections across Europe. The narrative details the vibrant artistic and social landscape of 18th-century Rome, where Hamilton operated at the heart of the Grand Tour. Through his extensive correspondence, the volume presents an intimate look at the networks and transactions that defined the era's art world. This essential work illustrates the profound impact one individual had on the development of art history and collecting.
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Author: Brendan Cassidy
Binding: Hardback
Published: HARVEY MILLER PUBLISHERS, 2011
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This scholarly biography The Life & Letters Of Gavin Hamilton: Artist & Art Dealer In Eighteenth-Century Rome chronicles the fascinating career of a pivotal figure in the Neoclassical art movement. It uncovers Hamilton's dual role as both a painter and a shrewd art dealer, shaping tastes and collections across Europe. The narrative details the vibrant artistic and social landscape of 18th-century Rome, where Hamilton operated at the heart of the Grand Tour. Through his extensive correspondence, the volume presents an intimate look at the networks and transactions that defined the era's art world. This essential work illustrates the profound impact one individual had on the development of art history and collecting.
