Modern Painters, Volume 4 (of 5) By: John Ruskin (1819-1900)
Modern Painters, Volume 4 (of 5) by John Ruskin is a highly detailed and comprehensive analysis of art and the nature of beauty. Ruskin's immense knowledge and passion for art shine through in this book, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the subject. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the technical aspects of painting to the philosophical underpinnings of art. Ruskin's writing is eloquent and insightful, offering readers a deep understanding of the complexities of art and its place in society. One of the most impressive aspects of this book is Ruskin's ability to connect art to larger cultural and social issues. He delves into topics such as morality, economics, and ecology, showing how art can reflect and influence the world around us. Overall, Modern Painters, Volume 4 is a thought-provoking and enlightening read that will appeal to art lovers and scholars alike. Ruskin's passion and expertise make this book a valuable addition to any art lover's library. First Page: Transcriber's note: A few typographical errors have been corrected: they are listed at the end of the text. Some section 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. Bold passages are enclosed by the '' sign. [Illustration: THE KAPELLBRÜCKE, LUCERNE FROM A DRAWING BY RUSKIN] Library Edition THE COMPLETE WORKS OF JOHN RUSKIN MODERN PAINTERS VOLUME IV OF MOUNTAIN BEAUTY /OF LEAF BEAUTY VOLUME V < OF CLOUD BEAUTY \OF IDEAS OF RELATION NATIONAL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION NEW YORK CHICAGO MODERN PAINTERS. VOLUME IV., CONTAINING PART V., OF MOUNTAIN BEAUTY. [Illustration: The Gates of the Hills.] PREFACE. I was in hopes that this volume might have gone its way without preface; but as I look over the sheets, I find in them various fallings short of old purposes which require a word of explanation. Of which shortcomings, the chief is the want of reference to the landscape of the Poussins and Salvator; my original intention having been to give various examples of their mountain drawing, that it might be compared with Turner's... Continue reading book >>

Modern Painters, Volume 4 (of 5) By: John Ruskin (1819-1900)

Modern Painters, Volume 4 (of 5) by John Ruskin is a highly detailed and comprehensive analysis of art and the nature of beauty. Ruskin's immense knowledge and passion for art shine through in this book, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the subject.

The book covers a wide range of topics, from the technical aspects of painting to the philosophical underpinnings of art. Ruskin's writing is eloquent and insightful, offering readers a deep understanding of the complexities of art and its place in society.

One of the most impressive aspects of this book is Ruskin's ability to connect art to larger cultural and social issues. He delves into topics such as morality, economics, and ecology, showing how art can reflect and influence the world around us.

Overall, Modern Painters, Volume 4 is a thought-provoking and enlightening read that will appeal to art lovers and scholars alike. Ruskin's passion and expertise make this book a valuable addition to any art lover's library.

First Page:

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

Some section 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.

Bold passages are enclosed by the '' sign.

[Illustration: THE KAPELLBRÜCKE, LUCERNE FROM A DRAWING BY RUSKIN]

Library Edition

THE COMPLETE WORKS OF

JOHN RUSKIN

MODERN PAINTERS

VOLUME IV OF MOUNTAIN BEAUTY

/OF LEAF BEAUTY VOLUME V < OF CLOUD BEAUTY \OF IDEAS OF RELATION

NATIONAL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION NEW YORK CHICAGO

MODERN PAINTERS.

VOLUME IV., CONTAINING PART V.,

OF MOUNTAIN BEAUTY.

[Illustration: The Gates of the Hills.]

PREFACE.

I was in hopes that this volume might have gone its way without preface; but as I look over the sheets, I find in them various fallings short of old purposes which require a word of explanation.

Of which shortcomings, the chief is the want of reference to the landscape of the Poussins and Salvator; my original intention having been to give various examples of their mountain drawing, that it might be compared with Turner's... Continue reading book >>

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