Joseph Wright of Derby Painter of Light Book by Benedict Nicolson

Benedict Nicolson

Edité par The Paul Mellon Foundation for British Art, 1968

Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Pages in unused condition. Best copy of these books I have seen. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 1968, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> Joseph Wright of Derby (1734-1797) has historically been viewed as a minor artist, working in relative isolation in his hometown, detached from the key movements of 18th-century English art. This monograph aims to illustrate that he deserves recognition alongside prominent contemporaries like Reynolds and Gainsborough. Unlike these artists, Wright specialised in captivating representations of scenes illuminated by artificial light, linking him more closely to certain 17th-century Dutch painters than to his English peers. This unique approach is exemplified in his notable works, such as An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump and A Philosopher giving a Lecture on the Orrery.Wright showed a remarkable interest in depicting experimental and industrial activities in the Midlands, marking him as a pioneer in this realm. Additionally, he was an accomplished painter of portraits and landscapes. His later commissions for historical paintings reflect his role as an early proponent of neo-classicism. The variety in his style and vision is significant; while he often depicted subjects realistically, he also transformed landscapes into dreamlike scenes suffused with moonlight?an early indication of the emerging Romantic movement.Benedict Nicolson's book stands as one of the largest and most comprehensive studies dedicated to an English painter. It offers a thorough biographical and interpretive exploration of Wright?s life and work. The study records known details about Wright?s existence, provides critical commentary on his paintings, and outlines his relationships with friends and associates, offering readers an in-depth look at the multifaceted contributions of Joseph Wright of Derby to art history. N° de réf. du vendeur Batch-FM697-VG-14219

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Joseph Wright of Derby Painter of Light Book...
Éditeur : The Paul Mellon Foundation for British Art
Date d'édition : 1968
Reliure : Hardcover
Etat : Very Good