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This book is a biography of Sir Joshua Reynolds, considered by many to be the greatest of all English painters. The author tells the story of Reynolds's rise from humble origins in the West Country to his dominance of the London art world in the 18th century. Reynolds's work had a profound influence on the development of English art, introducing a new level of sophistication and technical mastery. The author places Reynolds within the context of the 18th century in England, a time of great change and upheaval. He also discusses Reynolds's personal relationships, his friendships with Dr. Johnson, Edmund Burke, and others, and his role as the founder and first president of the Royal Academy. The author presents a rich portrait of Reynolds as both an artist and a man. The book offers a comprehensive overview of Reynolds's life and work, and shed light on the complex relationship between art and society in 18th-century England.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a biography of Sir Joshua Reynolds, considered by many to be the greatest of all English painters. The author tells the story of Reynolds's rise from humble origins in the West Country to his dominance of the London art world in the 18th century. Reynolds's work had a profound influence on the development of English art, introducing a new level of sophistication and technical mastery. The author places Reynolds within the context of the 18th century in England, a time of great change and upheaval. He also discusses Reynolds's personal relationships, his friendships with Dr. Johnson, Edmund Burke, and others, and his role as the founder and first president of the Royal Academy. The author presents a rich portrait of Reynolds as both an artist and a man. The book offers a comprehensive overview of Reynolds's life and work, and shed light on the complex relationship between art and society in 18th-century England. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330673676_0
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Sir Joshua Reynolds Classic Reprint
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