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Memoirs Of The Life And Works Of Jean Antoine Houdon

- The Sculptor Of Voltaire And Of Washington

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The book ""Memoirs Of The Life And Works Of Jean Antoine Houdon: The Sculptor Of Voltaire And Of Washington"" by Charles Henry Hart is a comprehensive biography of the French sculptor Jean Antoine Houdon. The book covers Houdon's life, from his birth in 1741 to his death in 1828, and his artistic career, focusing on his most famous works, including his sculptures of Voltaire and George Washington. The book also delves into Houdon's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and patrons, as well as his political views and his role in the French Revolution. The author, Charles Henry Hart, is an American historian and art collector who was a leading authority on Houdon's work. He draws on a wide range of sources, including Houdon's own writings and letters, as well as contemporary accounts and historical documents, to provide a rich and detailed portrait of this important artist. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and reproductions of Houdon's sculptures, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art, sculpture, or the Enlightenment era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781169340855
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 426
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 178x254x24 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 953 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 27. november 2024
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The book ""Memoirs Of The Life And Works Of Jean Antoine Houdon: The Sculptor Of Voltaire And Of Washington"" by Charles Henry Hart is a comprehensive biography of the French sculptor Jean Antoine Houdon. The book covers Houdon's life, from his birth in 1741 to his death in 1828, and his artistic career, focusing on his most famous works, including his sculptures of Voltaire and George Washington. The book also delves into Houdon's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and patrons, as well as his political views and his role in the French Revolution. The author, Charles Henry Hart, is an American historian and art collector who was a leading authority on Houdon's work. He draws on a wide range of sources, including Houdon's own writings and letters, as well as contemporary accounts and historical documents, to provide a rich and detailed portrait of this important artist. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and reproductions of Houdon's sculptures, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art, sculpture, or the Enlightenment era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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