The Art Idea

The Art Idea: Sculpture, Painting, and Architecture in America is a comprehensive guide to the development of art in America, written by James Jackson Jarves and originally published in 1865. The book covers a wide range of topics related to art, including the history of sculpture, painting, and architecture in America, as well as the influences of European art on American artists.Jarves provides detailed descriptions of notable American artists and their works, including John Singleton Copley, Gilbert Stuart, and Benjamin West. He also discusses the impact of the American Revolution on the development of art in the country, and the emergence of new artistic movements such as the Hudson River School.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of American art. The first section covers the history of sculpture in America, including the work of notable sculptors such as Horatio Greenough and Hiram Powers. The second section focuses on painting, with detailed discussions of the works of artists such as Washington Allston and Thomas Cole.The third section of the book is dedicated to architecture, with a focus on the development of American styles such as the Federal and Greek Revival styles. Jarves also discusses the influence of European architecture on American buildings, and provides detailed descriptions of notable American architects such as Benjamin Latrobe and Charles Bulfinch.Overall, The Art Idea: Sculpture, Painting, and Architecture in America is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American art. With its detailed descriptions and insightful analysis, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of art in America during the 19th century.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.