George Romney and Sir Thomas Lawrence is a book written by Ronald Sutherland Gower and published in 1882. The book is a comprehensive study of the lives and works of two prominent British portrait painters of the 18th and 19th centuries, George Romney and Sir Thomas Lawrence. The book begins with a brief introduction to the history of portrait painting in England and the rise of Romney and Lawrence as leading artists in the field. Gower then delves into the personal and professional lives of the two painters, providing ...
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George Romney and Sir Thomas Lawrence is a book written by Ronald Sutherland Gower and published in 1882. The book is a comprehensive study of the lives and works of two prominent British portrait painters of the 18th and 19th centuries, George Romney and Sir Thomas Lawrence. The book begins with a brief introduction to the history of portrait painting in England and the rise of Romney and Lawrence as leading artists in the field. Gower then delves into the personal and professional lives of the two painters, providing detailed biographies of each artist. The book also includes a critical analysis of their works, examining the style, technique, and subject matter of their portraits. Gower discusses the influence of other artists on Romney and Lawrence, as well as their impact on the development of British portraiture. Throughout the book, Gower provides numerous examples of Romney and Lawrence's portraits, including detailed descriptions and analysis of each painting. He also includes anecdotes and personal stories about the artists, adding depth and context to their lives and works. Overall, George Romney and Sir Thomas Lawrence is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British portrait painting and the lives and works of two of its most prominent artists.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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