A History of Art for Beginners and Students: Painting, Sculpture, Architecture

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Author Waters, Clara Erskine Clement, 1834-1916
Title A History of Art for Beginners and Students: Painting, Sculpture, Architecture
Note Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "A History of Art for Beginners and Students: Painting, Sculpture, Architecture" by Clara Erskine Clement is an introductory text on art history written in the late 19th century. The book provides a comprehensive overview of various forms of art, focusing particularly on painting, sculpture, and architecture from ancient to medieval times. It aims to educate beginners and students about the development and significance of art across different cultures. The opening of the book establishes a clear distinction between the fine arts and the mechanical arts, emphasizing the cultural and educational value of artistic endeavors. The author introduces painting as an essential component of the fine arts, detailing its impact on education and imagination. Beginning with ancient civilizations like Egypt, Clement describes how art served not merely decorative purposes but also conveyed historical narratives and cultural practices. This foundation sets the stage for a broader exploration of the evolution of art techniques and practices through time. From the Egyptian use of painting for recording stories to the emphasis on composition and perspective in ancient Greece, the opening portion highlights the functional and aesthetic aspects of art, preparing readers for a deeper examination of specific artists and movements that follow in later chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class N: Fine Arts
Subject Art -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 24726
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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