An Essay on the Picturesque, as Compared with the Sublime and the Beautiful, And, on the Use of Studying Pictures, for the Purpose of Improving Real Landscape (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple
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The title itfelf might have fhewn that I aimed at fomething more than a mere book of gardenings fome, however, have conceived that I ought to have begun by fetting forth all my ideas of lawns, fhrubberies, gravel walks, c.; and as my arrangement did not coincide with their notions of what it ought to have been, they feem to have concluded that I had no plan at all, I have in this effay undertaken to treat of two fubjedts, diftinft, but intimately conceded, and which, as I conceive, throw a reciprocal light on each other.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the 18th-century English landscape design movement, offering a thought-provoking critique of the prevailing aesthetic principles of the time. The author challenges the popular "improvement" style, which emphasized manicured lawns, perfectly shaped trees, and artificial water features. Instead, they advocate for a more natural and "picturesque" approach, drawing inspiration from the works of renowned landscape painters like Claude Lorrain. The text explores the concept of the picturesque as a distinct aesthetic category, separate from beauty and sublimity. The author argues that qualities like roughness, irregularity, and variety contribute to the picturesque, creating visual interest and stimulating curiosity. Through vivid descriptions and insightful comparisons, they demonstrate how these principles manifest in various natural and man-made landscapes, such as winding lanes, old quarries, and neglected woodlands. The book's central theme revolves around the relationship between art and nature, highlighting how paintings can inform our understanding and appreciation of the natural world. By analyzing the techniques and compositions of master painters, the author encourages readers to develop a discerning eye for the picturesque qualities that often go unnoticed in the pursuit of artificial perfection. Ultimately, this book offers valuable insights into the evolving aesthetics of landscape design, emphasizing the enduring appeal of the natural and the untamed. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780259521792_0
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