The Life and Writings of Henry Fuseli, Volume 1 (of 3) by Henry Fuseli
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| Author | Fuseli, Henry, 1741-1825 |
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| Editor | Knowles, John, 1781-1841 |
| Title | The Life and Writings of Henry Fuseli, Volume 1 (of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Life and Writings of Henry Fuseli, Volume 1 (of 3)" by Henry Fuseli is a biographical account combined with a literary exploration, written in the early 19th century. The work documents the life of Henry Fuseli, an influential artist and professor of painting at the Royal Academy in London, detailing his artistic journey, personal challenges, and interactions with notable contemporaries. The book aims to present not only his professional achievements in art but also insights into his character and intellect, offering a comprehensive understanding of his legacy. The beginning of the book introduces readers to Henry Fuseli's early life in Zurich, where he was born into a family of artists. The first chapter outlines his early predilection for drawing, despite parental hopes for him to pursue a clerical career. It discusses his education, friendships with prominent figures such as Lavater and Usteri, and the influences that shaped his artistic talents. The narrative emphasizes Fuseli's adventurous spirit and sets the stage for his later travels to England and Italy, where he would further develop his unique style and become a prominent figure in the art world. Throughout this introductory section, the foundation for understanding Fuseli's complex personality and the artistic environment of his time is established, effectively previewing the themes that will unfold in his biography. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ND: Fine Arts: Painting |
| Subject | Art |
| Subject | Art -- Italy -- History |
| Subject | Fuseli, Henry, 1741-1825 |
| Subject | Painters -- Switzerland -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38591 |
| Release Date | Jan 16, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 191 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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