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Title: French Art: Classic and Contemporary Painting and Sculpture
Note: Reading ease score: 46.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary: "French Art: Classic and Contemporary Painting and Sculpture" by W. C. Brownell is a critical evaluation of the evolution of French art, written in the late 19th century. The work delves into various artistic movements, examining the characteristics and influences that define French painting and sculpture from classical to romantic and beyond. The author scrutinizes the cultural and intellectual underpinnings of French art, highlighting the interplay between national identity and individual expression as artists navigate their craft. The opening portion of the book introduces the foundational themes of French art, presenting the argument that it serves as a national expression that transcends personal style. Brownell discusses how French art is characterized by an intellectual, systematic approach, often prioritizing clarity and elegance over the spontaneous and emotional qualities present in other European artistic movements. He particularly emphasizes the classic influences established in the Renaissance, how these have shaped modern interpretations, and the resulting tension between artistic tradition and individual creativity. Additionally, he touches upon the perception of French art within broader aesthetic contexts, setting the stage for deeper explorations of notable artists and movements throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Brownell, W. C. (William Crary), 1851-1928
EBook No.: 17244
Published: Dec 6, 2005
Downloads: 94
Language: English
Subject: Art, French
Subject: Painting, French
Subject: Sculpture, French
LoCC: Fine Arts
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: French Art: Classic and Contemporary Painting and Sculpture
Note: Reading ease score: 46.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Graeme Mackreth, Bill Tozier
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "French Art: Classic and Contemporary Painting and Sculpture" by W. C. Brownell is a critical evaluation of the evolution of French art, written in the late 19th century. The work delves into various artistic movements, examining the characteristics and influences that define French painting and sculpture from classical to romantic and beyond. The author scrutinizes the cultural and intellectual underpinnings of French art, highlighting the interplay between national identity and individual expression as artists navigate their craft. The opening portion of the book introduces the foundational themes of French art, presenting the argument that it serves as a national expression that transcends personal style. Brownell discusses how French art is characterized by an intellectual, systematic approach, often prioritizing clarity and elegance over the spontaneous and emotional qualities present in other European artistic movements. He particularly emphasizes the classic influences established in the Renaissance, how these have shaped modern interpretations, and the resulting tension between artistic tradition and individual creativity. Additionally, he touches upon the perception of French art within broader aesthetic contexts, setting the stage for deeper explorations of notable artists and movements throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Brownell, W. C. (William Crary), 1851-1928
EBook No.: 17244
Published: Dec 6, 2005
Downloads: 94
Language: English
Subject: Art, French
Subject: Painting, French
Subject: Sculpture, French
LoCC: Fine Arts
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.