Outline History Of The Fine Arts (1840)

Outline History of the Fine Arts is a book written by Benson John Lossing and originally published in 1840. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of various fine arts, including painting, sculpture, architecture, music, and poetry. The author begins by tracing the origins of the fine arts in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome. He then moves on to discuss the development of art during the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Baroque period. Lossing also examines the art of various countries, including Italy, France, Germany, Spain, and England. He provides detailed descriptions of famous artists and their works, as well as the techniques and styles used during different periods. In addition to discussing visual arts, Lossing also explores music and poetry, providing examples of famous composers and poets and their contributions to the world of fine arts. Overall, Outline History of the Fine Arts is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the fine arts. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed and engaging account of the development of various art forms throughout history.Embracing A View Of The Rise, Progress, And Influence Of The Arts Among Different Nations, Ancient And Modern, With Notices Of The Character And Works Of Many Celebrated Artists. In Five Parts, Architecture, Sculpture, Painting, Engraving, Miscellany.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.