The Elder Peter Bruegel 1528-1569 is a book written by Aldous Huxley that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and work of the famous Flemish painter, Peter Bruegel the Elder. The book begins with an introduction to Bruegel's early life and education, followed by a detailed account of his artistic career and the various themes and motifs that characterized his work. Huxley also explores the historical and cultural context in which Bruegel lived and worked, providing insights into the political and social climate of ...
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The Elder Peter Bruegel 1528-1569 is a book written by Aldous Huxley that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and work of the famous Flemish painter, Peter Bruegel the Elder. The book begins with an introduction to Bruegel's early life and education, followed by a detailed account of his artistic career and the various themes and motifs that characterized his work. Huxley also explores the historical and cultural context in which Bruegel lived and worked, providing insights into the political and social climate of sixteenth-century Flanders. The book is illustrated with numerous reproductions of Bruegel's paintings, as well as sketches and drawings, providing readers with a visual representation of his artistic style and technique. Overall, The Elder Peter Bruegel 1528-1569 is an informative and engaging study of one of the most important artists of the Renaissance period.With An Essay By Aldous Huxley And A Note By Jean Videpoche.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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