Modern Painters, Volume 2 (of 5) By: John Ruskin (1819-1900)
Modern Painters, Volume 2 by John Ruskin offers a comprehensive exploration of the principles of art and aesthetics, focusing on the work of prominent painters such as J.M.W. Turner. Ruskin's detailed analysis of color, form, and composition provides valuable insights for both aspiring artists and art enthusiasts. His passionate prose and keen observations make this volume a compelling read for anyone interested in the history and theory of painting. While the dense and academic nature of the text may be challenging for some readers, those willing to delve into Ruskin's ideas will find a wealth of knowledge and inspiration within its pages. Overall, Modern Painters, Volume 2 is a thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating work that sheds light on the complexities of artistic creation. First Page: Transcriber's notes: A few typographical errors have been corrected: they are listed at the end of the text. Chapter headings were originally constructed as side notes. They were placed here at the head of their respective paragraphs, and moved to paragraph's start where given at paragraph's middle. See HTML version for the original headers placement. [Illustration: LANDSCAPE FROM A PAINTING BY J. M. W. TURNER] Library Edition THE COMPLETE WORKS OF JOHN RUSKIN MODERN PAINTERS VOLUME II OF TRUTH AND THEORETIC FACULTIES Volume III OF MANY THINGS NATIONAL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION NEW YORK CHICAGO MODERN PAINTERS. VOLUME II., CONTAINING PART III., SECTIONS I. AND II. OF THE IMAGINATIVE AND THEORETIC FACULTIES. SYNOPSIS OF CONTENTS. PART III... Continue reading book >>

Modern Painters, Volume 2 (of 5) By: John Ruskin (1819-1900)

Modern Painters, Volume 2 by John Ruskin offers a comprehensive exploration of the principles of art and aesthetics, focusing on the work of prominent painters such as J.M.W. Turner. Ruskin's detailed analysis of color, form, and composition provides valuable insights for both aspiring artists and art enthusiasts. His passionate prose and keen observations make this volume a compelling read for anyone interested in the history and theory of painting. While the dense and academic nature of the text may be challenging for some readers, those willing to delve into Ruskin's ideas will find a wealth of knowledge and inspiration within its pages. Overall, Modern Painters, Volume 2 is a thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating work that sheds light on the complexities of artistic creation.

First Page:

Transcriber's notes: A few typographical errors have been corrected: they are listed at the end of the text.

Chapter headings were originally constructed as side notes. They were placed here at the head of their respective paragraphs, and moved to paragraph's start where given at paragraph's middle. See HTML version for the original headers placement.

[Illustration: LANDSCAPE FROM A PAINTING BY J. M. W. TURNER]

Library Edition

THE COMPLETE WORKS

JOHN RUSKIN

MODERN PAINTERS VOLUME II OF TRUTH AND THEORETIC FACULTIES Volume III OF MANY THINGS

NATIONAL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION NEW YORK CHICAGO

MODERN PAINTERS.

VOLUME II.,

CONTAINING

PART III.,

SECTIONS I. AND II.

OF THE IMAGINATIVE AND THEORETIC FACULTIES.

SYNOPSIS OF CONTENTS.

PART III... Continue reading book >>

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