Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is the story of the life and work of Greek artist Nikolaos Gyzis (1842-1901). Gyzis is an intriguing figure in the history of art, having bridged Greek culture with that of 19th-century Munich. Beginning with his childhood on a Greek island, the author follows Gyzis's journey as he studies at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Munich and develops his own unique style. The author illustrates how Gyzis combined his Greek heritage with the German academic training of his time, merging mythology with a realistic portrayal of contemporary life. The book explores Gyzis's diverse body of work, from his early genre paintings to his later monumental history paintings and religious works, demonstrating his mastery of many styles. Rising from a humble background to become a celebrated artist of his time, Gyzis serves as an example of the cultural exchange between Greece and Germany in the 19th century. Through Gyzis's journey, readers are introduced to the broader artistic movements of the time, including Symbolism, Realism, and the Nazarene movement. This book will appeal to those interested in Greek art, the history of 19th-century painting, and the meeting of diverse cultures. 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 9780366353095_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780366353095
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780366353095
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)