Author |
Isham, Samuel, 1855-1914 |
Title |
The Mentor: American Landscape Painters, Vol. 1, Num. 26, Serial No. 26
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Note |
Reading ease score: 59.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Contents |
American landscape painters -- George Inness -- Homer Martin -- A. H. Wyant -- Thomas Moran -- Dwight William Tryon -- Frederick Edwin Church.
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Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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Summary |
"The Mentor: American Landscape Painters, Vol. 1, Num. 26, Serial No. 26" by Isham is an art publication written in the early 20th century. This book provides an insightful overview of the significant American landscape painters of the time, focusing on their unique styles, contributions, and the evolution of landscape painting in America. The book highlights the transition from early portraiture to a flourishing appreciation of natural landscapes in American art. In this issue of The Mentor, Isham explores the lives and works of notable artists such as George Inness, Homer Martin, A.H. Wyant, Thomas Moran, D.W. Tryon, and Frederick Edwin Church. Each artist's journey, techniques, and distinctive styles are elaborated upon, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of their contributions to American landscape painting. The text emphasizes the progression from the early idealist approaches of Thomas Cole to the more emotional and stylistically varied works of later artists, illustrating the impact of these painters on the appreciation of America's natural beauty. The narratives reflect the personal struggles and triumphs of these artists, painting a vivid picture of their dedication to capturing the essence of American landscapes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
ND: Fine Arts: Painting
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Subject |
Landscape painting, American
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Subject |
Landscape painters -- United States
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
49890 |
Release Date |
Sep 6, 2015 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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