Greuze (eBook)

Alys Eyre Macklin (Autor)

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2022
25 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654701637-3 (EAN)

Infos

In Alys Eyre Macklin's book 'Greuze', the author delves into the life and works of the 18th-century French painter Jean-Baptiste Greuze, known for his sentimental and moralizing compositions. Macklin explores Greuze's artistic evolution and the social context in which his works were created, shedding light on the tensions between Enlightenment ideals and Rococo sensibilities. The book offers a detailed analysis of Greuze's paintings, with a focus on his use of light, color, and composition to convey emotion and narrative. Macklin's writing style is scholarly and meticulously researched, drawing on primary sources and art historical scholarship to provide a comprehensive study of Greuze's oeuvre. Readers interested in 18th-century art, French painting, or the intersection of art and morality will find 'Greuze' a valuable addition to their library.

Autor

Alys Eyre Macklin, whose contributions to the literary world are noted for their depth of art historical understanding, remains a figure of interest for her work centered around French artists. Primarily recognized for her monograph 'Greuze' (1905), Macklin's scholarship delves into the life and oeuvre of Jean-Baptiste Greuze, a French painter known for his portraiture and genre scenes reflective of moralizing themes and a Rococo to Neoclassical stylistic transition. While there is scant biographical information readily available on Macklin herself, her book on Greuze stands as a testament to her expertise and meticulous research abilities. Her writing style, informed by a nuanced comprehension of art history and an articulate prose, has facilitated readers' understanding of the 18th-century French art scene. Macklin's adept analysis has not only uncovered the intricate subtleties of Greuze's work but has also contributed significantly to the study of French painting, enabling a broader appreciation of art historical narratives from the era. The scarcity of extensive records on Macklin's life and broader literary corpus, however, does not diminish the scholarly impact of her work on Greuze, which continues to be a valuable resource for art historians and enthusiasts alike.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 29.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik
• Schlagworte: 18th century painting • 19th century fiction • Artistic Masterpieces Study • belles-lettres classics • canonical literature • Classic • classic fiction novels • European art movement • Fine Arts Biography • French art history • French Baroque Art • Genre Painting Analysis • Greuze Alys Eyre Macklin • Historical • historical narrative literature • literary classics • masterpieces of fiction • painting • Painting Techniques Exploration • Portrait Artist Biography • public domain books • Rococo Style Analysis • timeless literary works