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NOLLEKENS AND HIS TIMES, AND MEMOIRS OF CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS IBD

NABU PRESS
08 / 2010
9781177780612
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Sinopsis

'Nollekens and His Times' offers an intimate glimpse into the life and career of Joseph Nollekens, a prominent sculptor of 18th and 19th century England. Authored by John Thomas Smith and meticulously edited by Wilfred Whitten, this biography delves into Nollekens? artistic journey and provides insightful memoirs of his contemporaries. This volume explores the era from Roubiliac, Hogarth, and Reynolds to Fuseli, Flaxman, and Blake, painting a vivid portrait of the British art scene during a transformative period. Smith?s narrative captures not only Nollekens? professional achievements but also the social milieu and personal eccentricities that defined his character. A valuable resource for art historians and enthusiasts alike, 'Nollekens and His Times' provides a rich tapestry of anecdotes, observations, and critical assessments, illuminating the lives and works of some of history?s most influential artists.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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