9781333598259 - Birket Foster, R. W. S (Classic Reprint) de Cundall, Herbert Minton (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 visual exploration of Birket Foster, a prominent watercolourist of the 19th century. It includes a large and representative selection of his paintings, providing insight into a style that appealed to the British public and captured the essence of rural scenes in England, Wales, and Scotland. Through the author's extensive access to Foster's sketchbooks and original drawings, this volume delves into Foster's methods and inspirations. The author also paints a vivid picture of Foster's life and travels, from his upbringing in the north of England to his time as a draughtsman with wood-engraver Ebenezer Landells, capturing the essence of the man behind the brushstrokes. This deeply researched and engaging book not only showcases Foster's captivating body of work but also situates it within the artistic and social context of the Victorian era, illuminating his significant contribution to British art. 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.