The Story Of Spanish Painting

By Charles H. Caffin

Book Overview

The Story of Spanish Painting by Charles Henry Caffin is a comprehensive guide to the history of Spanish painting, from its origins in the Middle Ages to the modern era. The book covers the major movements and artists of Spanish painting, including the Gothic period, the Renaissance, Baroque, and the 19th and 20th centuries. The author provides detailed descriptions of the most significant works of art, including paintings by El Greco, Vel�����zquez, Goya, and Picasso. He also explores the cultural and political context in which these artists worked, highlighting the influence of religion, politics, and social issues on Spanish art.The book is written in an accessible style and is illustrated with over 100 black and white images, providing readers with a visual reference to the artworks discussed. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Spanish art and culture, and a valuable addition to any art lover's library.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: 1430457619
• ISBN13: 9781430457619
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"