Anecdotes Of William Hogarth: With Essays On His Life And Genius, And Criticisms Of His Works (1833)

By William Hogarth

Book Overview

""Anecdotes Of William Hogarth: With Essays On His Life And Genius, And Criticisms Of His Works"" is a book written by William Hogarth, a renowned English painter and engraver. The book was published in 1833 and is a collection of anecdotes and essays that provide an insight into Hogarth's life and his artistic genius. The book is divided into three parts. The first part contains anecdotes of Hogarth's life, which are presented in a conversational style. These anecdotes include stories about his childhood, his early days as an artist, his relationships with other artists, and his personal life.The second part of the book contains essays on Hogarth's life and genius. These essays explore the various aspects of Hogarth's art, including his use of satire, his influence on the art world, and his impact on English culture. The essays are written in a scholarly style and provide a deeper understanding of Hogarth's artistic vision.The third part of the book contains criticisms of Hogarth's works. These criticisms are written by various authors and provide a critical analysis of Hogarth's paintings and engravings. The criticisms cover a wide range of topics, including his use of color, composition, and subject matter.Overall, ""Anecdotes Of William Hogarth: With Essays On His Life And Genius, And Criticisms Of His Works"" is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed look into the life and art of one of England's most celebrated artists. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English art and culture.""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: 1165314967
• ISBN13: 9781165314966
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 522 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"