The Brothers Dalziel by George Dalziel and Edward Dalziel

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Author Dalziel, George, 1815-1902
Author Dalziel, Edward, 1817-1905
LoC No. 02007619
Title The Brothers Dalziel
A Record of Fifty Years Work in Conjunction with many of the Most Distinguished Artists of the Period 1840-1890
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Summary "The Brothers Dalziel" by George Dalziel and Edward Dalziel is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the professional journey of the Dalziel brothers, who were prominent figures in the field of wood engraving, highlighting their collaborations with distinguished artists of the time. The narrative delves into the lives, experiences, and artistic accomplishments of the Dalziel family and other contemporaneous engravers, emphasizing their contributions to the evolution of illustrated literature. The opening of "The Brothers Dalziel" introduces the Dalziel family's background, detailing their artistic lineage and the professional aspirations of the brothers. It outlines their formative years, including the influences of their father, an artist himself, and the early artistic promise of their siblings. The narrative recounts the establishment of the Dalziel engraving partnership and their work with notable figures like Ebenezer Landells and their engagement with various artistic projects, including illustrated editions of famous literary works. As they navigate challenges and successes, the brothers' dedication to their craft and the significance of their collaborations with celebrated artists emerge as central themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class NE: Fine Arts: Print media
Subject Illustration of books -- Great Britain -- 19th century
Subject Dalziel, George, 1815-1902
Subject Dalziel, Edward, 1817-1905
Subject Wood-engravers -- Great Britain -- Correspondence
Subject Wood-engraving, English -- 19th century
Subject Illustrators -- Great Britain -- Correspondence
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EBook-No. 48721
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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