English Children As Painted By Sir Joshua Reynolds: An Essay On Some Of The Characteristics Of Reynolds As A Designer (1884)

By Frederic George Stephens

Book Overview

English Children As Painted By Sir Joshua Reynolds: An Essay On Some Of The Characteristics Of Reynolds As A Designer (1884) is a book written by Frederic George Stephens. The book is a study of the works of Sir Joshua Reynolds, one of the most prominent English portrait painters of the 18th century. The focus of the book is on Reynolds' paintings of children, which are considered some of his most charming and delightful works. Stephens' essay explores the characteristics of Reynolds as a designer, including his use of color, composition, and form. The book is illustrated with reproductions of Reynolds' paintings, providing readers with a visual representation of the artist's style and technique. Overall, English Children As Painted By Sir Joshua Reynolds is a valuable resource for art historians, students of art, and anyone interested in the history of English portraiture.With Especial Reference To His Portraiture Of Children.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: 1104122448
• ISBN13: 9781104122447
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"