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Title: Sir John Everett Millais
Original Publication: United Kingdom: George Bell & Sons,1902,reprint 1907.
Series Title: Bell's miniature series of painters
Note: Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "Sir John Everett Millais" by A. L. Baldry is a biography written in the early 20th century, reflecting on the life and work of one of the most prominent artists of the Victorian era. The book delves into the influences, achievements, and artistic evolution of Millais, emphasizing the impact of his role in the formation of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and his later contributions to the art world. This biography explores Millais' early life, showcasing his prodigious talent from a young age and his swift rise within artistic circles, including his eventual role as a Royal Academician. It details the formation and principles of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, highlighting the group's commitment to naturalism and vivid imagery, as seen in Millais' notable works such as "Ophelia" and "Christ in the House of His Parents." As the narrative progresses, Baldry discusses Millais' evolving artistic style, transitioning from the meticulous detail of his early work to a more impressionistic and expressive approach in his later years. The book concludes with a reflection on his legacy and the recognition he attained before his untimely death, cementing his status as a transformative figure in British art. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Baldry, A. L. (Alfred Lys), 1858-1939
EBook No.: 69227
Published: Oct 25, 2022
Downloads: 56
Language: English
Subject: Millais, John Everett, 1829-1896
LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Sir John Everett Millais
Original Publication: United Kingdom: George Bell & Sons,1902,reprint 1907.
Series Title: Bell's miniature series of painters
Note: Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "Sir John Everett Millais" by A. L. Baldry is a biography written in the early 20th century, reflecting on the life and work of one of the most prominent artists of the Victorian era. The book delves into the influences, achievements, and artistic evolution of Millais, emphasizing the impact of his role in the formation of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and his later contributions to the art world. This biography explores Millais' early life, showcasing his prodigious talent from a young age and his swift rise within artistic circles, including his eventual role as a Royal Academician. It details the formation and principles of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, highlighting the group's commitment to naturalism and vivid imagery, as seen in Millais' notable works such as "Ophelia" and "Christ in the House of His Parents." As the narrative progresses, Baldry discusses Millais' evolving artistic style, transitioning from the meticulous detail of his early work to a more impressionistic and expressive approach in his later years. The book concludes with a reflection on his legacy and the recognition he attained before his untimely death, cementing his status as a transformative figure in British art. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Baldry, A. L. (Alfred Lys), 1858-1939
EBook No.: 69227
Published: Oct 25, 2022
Downloads: 56
Language: English
Subject: Millais, John Everett, 1829-1896
LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.