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Focusing on art and aesthetics, this collection of ten essays by James McNeill Whistler explores various themes such as color harmony, the artist's societal role, and the intrinsic value of art. Originally delivered as lectures in 1885, Whistler critiques the academic tradition and champions a modern approach to painting. His distinctive voice and wit shine through as he discusses topics from displaying art to the essence of beauty. Accompanied by illustrations of his notable works, this book offers a compelling insight into the perspectives of a pivotal late 19th-century artist.
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Ten O'Clock (1888), James McNeill Whistler
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- Ten O'Clock (1888)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James McNeill Whistler
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN13
- 9781437021097
- Category
- Art / Culture, World history
- Description
- Focusing on art and aesthetics, this collection of ten essays by James McNeill Whistler explores various themes such as color harmony, the artist's societal role, and the intrinsic value of art. Originally delivered as lectures in 1885, Whistler critiques the academic tradition and champions a modern approach to painting. His distinctive voice and wit shine through as he discusses topics from displaying art to the essence of beauty. Accompanied by illustrations of his notable works, this book offers a compelling insight into the perspectives of a pivotal late 19th-century artist.