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My first plan included the treatment of various questions of art, as they would arise naturally in contemplating the life of an artist. This I believed would be to carry out the design of my predecessor in the work.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 1330883365
- ISBN 13 9781330883365
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages527
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This biography explores the life and artistic journey of Washington Allston, an American painter and poet known for his captivating landscapes and exploration of ideal beauty. Born into a prominent Southern family, Allston's talent was evident from an early age, nurtured by the influence of the Old Masters and the encouragement of family and mentors. Throughout the book, the author delves into Allston's experiences in Europe, his relationships with notable figures like Coleridge and Irving, and the challenges he faced as an artist navigating the complexities of the art world. The narrative sheds light on Allston's artistic process, his struggles with self-doubt and perfectionism, and his dedication to capturing the ethereal and the sublime. It examines the themes of imagination, spirituality, and the interplay between light and shadow in Allston's work, highlighting his significant contributions to American art history. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330883365_0
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