The Story of a Masterpiece (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161477825)

The Story Of A Masterpiece is a book by the renowned American author, Henry James. The book tells the story of a painting, from its creation to its eventual sale at auction. James takes the reader on a journey through the art world, exploring the complex relationships between artists, collectors, and dealers.The painting in question is a portrait of a young woman, painted by an up-and-coming artist named Bernard Longueville. As the story unfolds, we learn about Longueville's struggles to establish himself as an artist, as well as the various personalities involved in the painting's creation and sale.James is known for his intricate character studies and his ability to delve deep into the human psyche. In The Story Of A Masterpiece, he uses these skills to explore the motivations and desires of the various characters involved in the painting's journey. From the ambitious Longueville to the wealthy collector who eventually buys the painting, each character is given a richly detailed backstory and a complex set of motivations.Overall, The Story Of A Masterpiece is a fascinating exploration of the world of art and the people who inhabit it. James' vivid prose and intricate characterizations make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the art world or the complexities of human relationships.""Exactly, but not at all in that sentimental tone. I took him to Mrs. Denbigh; they found they were sixth cousins by marriage; he came to see us the next day, and insisted upon our going to his studio. It was a miserable place. I believe he was very poor. At least Mrs. Denbigh offered him some money, and he frankly accepted it. She attempted to spare his sensibilities by telling him that, if he liked, he could paint her a picture in return. He said he would if he had time. Later, he came up into Switzerland, and the following Winter we met him in Paris.""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: Henry James
ISBN-10: 1161477829
ISBN-13: 9781161477825
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 38
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.64lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d