Turner: His Life & Works In 500 Images
His Life and Works in 500 Images
$53.25
- Hardcover
256 pages
- Release Date
30 September 2012
Summary
The first half of this book is a detailed exploration of Turner’s life and background. It begins with his early years in London, where he exhibited paintings in the window of his father’s barber shop. Through his travels in Europe, copying and studying the old masters, Turner was largely self-taught until he enrolled at the Royal Academy. In 1796 one of his first oil paintings was hung there, and his success culminated in the opening of his own gallery.
The second half of the book is …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780754820840 |
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| ISBN-10: | 075482084X |
| Author: | Michael Robinson |
| Publisher: | Anness Publishing |
| Imprint: | Lorenz Books |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 30 September 2012 |
| Weight: | 1.32kg |
| Dimensions: | 309mm x 239mm x 25mm |
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About The Author
Michael Robinson
Michael Robinson is a lecturer and writer on art and design history. Originally an art dealer with his own gallery in Sussex, he entered academic life after gaining a first class honours and Masters degree at Kingston University. Michael has written several books on art and design history. He is also a tour guide for London and the South-East of England.
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