Life Of John Gibson, Sculptor (1870)

By Elizabeth Rigby Eastlake

Book Overview

The book ""Life Of John Gibson, Sculptor"" was written by Elizabeth Rigby Eastlake in 1870. It is a biography of John Gibson, a renowned British sculptor of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Gibson's life, from his early years in Wales to his rise to fame as a sculptor in Rome. It covers his training and apprenticeship in London, his travels to Italy and Greece to study classical art, and his eventual settlement in Rome where he established his studio and produced many of his most famous works.The book also delves into Gibson's personal life, including his relationships with women and his friendships with other artists and intellectuals of the time. It provides insights into his artistic process, his techniques, and his inspirations, as well as his struggles and successes as a sculptor.Throughout the book, Eastlake provides a vivid and engaging portrait of Gibson as both an artist and a person. She draws on her own personal knowledge of Gibson, having been a close friend and confidant of the artist for many years. Her writing is lively and informative, making this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the life and work of John Gibson or the history of 19th-century art.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: 1164896431
• ISBN13: 9781164896432
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"