The Life and Writings of Henry Fuseli: Keeper and Professor of Painting to the Royal Academy in London V1

By John Knowles

Book Overview

The book ""The Life And Writings Of Henry Fuseli: Keeper And Professor Of Painting To The Royal Academy In London V1"" by John Knowles is a comprehensive biography of the Swiss-born artist Henry Fuseli. Fuseli was a prominent figure in the art world of 18th and 19th century London, serving as both a keeper and professor of painting at the Royal Academy.The book provides a detailed account of Fuseli's life, from his early years in Switzerland to his move to London and his rise to fame as an artist and educator. Along the way, readers will learn about Fuseli's artistic influences, his relationships with other artists and intellectuals of the time, and his impact on the art world.In addition to the biographical information, the book also includes a selection of Fuseli's writings, including essays on art, literature, and philosophy. These writings offer readers a deeper understanding of Fuseli's intellectual and artistic interests, as well as his place in the broader cultural landscape of his time.Overall, ""The Life And Writings Of Henry Fuseli"" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most important artists of the 18th and 19th centuries.In Three Volumes. Member Of The First Class Of The Academy Of St. Luke In Rome.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: 1428605274
• ISBN13: 9781428605275
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"