9781333569587 - Collection of Ivory Miniatures and Water Color Views in New York (Classic Reprint) de Henkels, Stan V. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a remarkable collection of 70 miniature paintings on ivory created by William Dunlap, an American artist, writer, and theatrical manager active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These exquisite pieces, executed in the highest style of the art, depict a wide range of subjects, including portraits, landscapes, and historical scenes. Many of the miniatures are of notable figures from the American Revolution and the early Republic, such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and James Monroe. The author provides brief biographies of the artist and the subjects of the miniatures, setting them within the broader context of American art and history. The book also includes reproductions of all 70 miniatures, accompanied by detailed descriptions and commentary. These miniatures offer a unique glimpse into the lives and times of some of America's most prominent historical figures, providing valuable insights into the nation's past. 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.