The Life And Writings Of Henry Fuseli: Keeper And Professor Of Painting To The Royal Academy In London V2 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428605268)

The Life and Writings of Henry Fuseli: Keeper and Professor of Painting to the Royal Academy in London V2 is a comprehensive biography of the renowned Swiss-born artist, Henry Fuseli. Written by John Knowles, this book delves into the life and works of Fuseli, who was a prominent figure in the art world during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Fuseli was known for his dramatic and often macabre paintings, which were heavily influenced by his interest in literature, mythology, and the supernatural.In this volume, Knowles explores Fuseli's early life and education, his travels throughout Europe, and his eventual move to London, where he became a member of the Royal Academy and was appointed Keeper and Professor of Painting. The book also discusses Fuseli's relationships with other prominent artists and writers of the time, including William Blake and Samuel Taylor Coleridge.In addition to his paintings, Fuseli was also a prolific writer, and the book includes a selection of his essays, letters, and other writings. Knowles provides insightful commentary on these works, offering readers a deeper understanding of Fuseli's artistic and intellectual influences.Overall, The Life and Writings of Henry Fuseli: Keeper and Professor of Painting to the Royal Academy in London V2 is a fascinating and comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of the most important artists of the Romantic era.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.

Author: John Knowles
ISBN-10: 1428605266
ISBN-13: 9781428605268
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/15/2006
Pages: 396
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d