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Focusing on the life and artistry of J. M. W. Turner, this biography by Philip Gilbert Hamerton traces his journey from a child prodigy to a celebrated landscape painter. It explores Turner's artistic evolution, influences, and personal relationships, painting a portrait of his eccentric and reclusive nature. Illustrated with reproductions of his iconic works, the engaging narrative provides insight into both Turner's life and the cultural context of 19th-century Britain, making it a valuable resource for art enthusiasts and historians alike.
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The Life Of J. M. W. Turner (1879), Philipp Gilbert Hamerton
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- 2008
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- Title
- The Life Of J. M. W. Turner (1879)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Philipp Gilbert Hamerton
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Publisher
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 432
- ISBN13
- 9781437328202
- Category
- Art / Culture
- Description
- Focusing on the life and artistry of J. M. W. Turner, this biography by Philip Gilbert Hamerton traces his journey from a child prodigy to a celebrated landscape painter. It explores Turner's artistic evolution, influences, and personal relationships, painting a portrait of his eccentric and reclusive nature. Illustrated with reproductions of his iconic works, the engaging narrative provides insight into both Turner's life and the cultural context of 19th-century Britain, making it a valuable resource for art enthusiasts and historians alike.