Bøger af Kenyon Cox

Kenyon Cox was one of America's foremost artists and art critics of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this collection of essays, Cox explores a wide range of topics related to art and society, from the relationship between artists and the public to the role of aesthetics in modern life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1907 Edition.

Artist and Public and Other Essays On Art Subjects

Painters and Sculptors is a comprehensive book written by Kenyon Cox that explores the lives and works of some of the most prominent artists from the Renaissance to the 20th century. The book covers a wide range of artists and movements, including the Italian Renaissance, the Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, and Modernism. Cox provides insightful analyses of the techniques, styles, and themes of each artist, as well as their impact on the art world. He also delves into the social and historical contexts in which these artists lived and worked, shedding light on the cultural and political forces that shaped their art. The book is richly illustrated with over 150 black and white photographs and reproductions of famous paintings and sculptures. Cox's writing is engaging and accessible, making it an ideal resource for art students, scholars, and enthusiasts alike. Overall, Painters and Sculptors is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and the creative geniuses who shaped it.1907. A Second Series of Old Masters and New. Contents: The Education of an Artist; The Pollaiuoli; Painters of the Mode; Holbein; The Rembrandt Tercentenary; Rodin; and Lord Leighton.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Old Masters And New: Essays In Art Criticism is a book written by Kenyon Cox, an American painter, and art critic. The book is a collection of essays that were originally published in various magazines and newspapers between 1892 and 1912. The essays cover a range of topics related to art, including the work of the Old Masters, such as Michelangelo and Raphael, as well as the emerging artists of the time.Cox's writing style is clear and concise, and he offers insightful commentary on the works of art he discusses. He also provides historical context for the pieces, which helps readers understand the significance of the works in their respective time periods.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the Old Masters, and includes essays on Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling, Raphael's Stanza della Segnatura, and Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper. The second part of the book covers more contemporary artists, including John Singer Sargent, James McNeill Whistler, and Augustus Saint-Gaudens.Overall, Old Masters And New: Essays In Art Criticism is a valuable resource for anyone interested in art history and criticism. Cox's essays provide a thoughtful and well-informed perspective on some of the most important works of art in history, and his writing is accessible and engaging for readers of all levels of expertise.Includes Sculptors Of The Early Italian Renaissance, Perugino, Michelangelo, The Pictures Of Venice, Vernoese, Durer, Rubens, Hals, Rembrandt, William Blage; Painting In The Nineteenth Century, Ford Madox Brown And Preraphaelitism, Millais; Burne-Jones, Meissonier; Baudry, Puvis De Chavannes, Whistler, Sargent, The Early Works Of Saint-Gaudens.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1905 Edition.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

"Kenyon Cox's insistence that painters be able to paint will strike the contemporary art world as a piece of foaming radical heresy." -Tom Wolfe, author of The Bonfire of the Vanities