Gilbert Stuart: An Illustrated Descriptive List of His Work - Couverture souple

Park, Lawrence

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1025682424 ISBN 13 : 9781025682426

Editeur : Tradd Street Press, 2026

Synopsis

"Gilbert Stuart: An Illustrated Descriptive List of His Work" stands as a monumental reference for the study of one of America's most influential portrait painters. Compiled by Lawrence Park, this comprehensive catalogue raisonné provides an exhaustive inventory of Stuart's prolific output during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. As the preeminent artist of the Federal period, Stuart is perhaps best known for his iconic portrayals of George Washington and other founding figures of the United States. This work meticulously details the provenance, physical characteristics, and historical context of Stuart's paintings, offering scholars and art enthusiasts an invaluable resource for identifying and authenticating his oeuvre.

The text explores Stuart's unique technique and his ability to capture the character and vitality of his subjects. By documenting hundreds of portraits, Park illuminates the development of American portraiture and its connection to the broader European artistic traditions. This descriptive list serves as a critical bridge to understanding the visual legacy of early America, making it an essential volume for those interested in art history, biography, and the cultural foundations of the American Republic.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Tradd Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1025682424
• ISBN 13: 9781025682426
• Reliure: Tapa blanda
• Nombre de pages: 494
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible