French Painting: The Revolutionary Decades 1760-1830; An Exhibition Guide
Author: Robyn Cooper
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Australian Gallery Directors Council, Sydney, 1980
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Light fading cover, small previous owner marking FEP, light tanning & foxing throughout prelims
This comprehensive guide chronicles the pivotal artistic movements that defined French painting from 1760 to 1830, a period marked by profound societal upheaval and creative innovation. It presents a detailed overview of the Neoclassical and Romantic styles, illustrating how artists responded to the dramatic shifts of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era. The volume illuminates the works of influential masters and lesser-known talents, offering critical insights into their techniques, themes, and historical contexts. As an exhibition guide, it instructs readers on the key pieces and artistic dialogues that shaped this transformative epoch in art history. This essential resource uncovers the dynamic evolution of French art, making it an invaluable companion for enthusiasts and scholars alike.
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Author: Robyn Cooper
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Australian Gallery Directors Council, Sydney, 1980
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Light fading cover, small previous owner marking FEP, light tanning & foxing throughout prelims
This comprehensive guide chronicles the pivotal artistic movements that defined French painting from 1760 to 1830, a period marked by profound societal upheaval and creative innovation. It presents a detailed overview of the Neoclassical and Romantic styles, illustrating how artists responded to the dramatic shifts of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era. The volume illuminates the works of influential masters and lesser-known talents, offering critical insights into their techniques, themes, and historical contexts. As an exhibition guide, it instructs readers on the key pieces and artistic dialogues that shaped this transformative epoch in art history. This essential resource uncovers the dynamic evolution of French art, making it an invaluable companion for enthusiasts and scholars alike.
