Les Dieux et les Demi-Dieux de la Peinture by Gautier, Houssaye, and Saint-Victor
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"Les Dieux et les Demi-Dieux de la Peinture" by Gautier, Houssaye, and Saint-Victor is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The text serves as an analysis and appreciation of twelve iconic figures in art history, specifically focusing on prominent painters and their pursuit of beauty. The authors attempt to frame these illustrious artists within a pantheon, celebrating their contributions to the world of painting. The opening of the work introduces
the concept of portraying renowned painters not merely as individuals but as divine figures in the realm of art. It elaborates on the historical context of artistic achievement, emphasizing the shift from the "dark ages" to the Renaissance. The discussion sets the stage for specific analysis, beginning with Leonardo da Vinci. The authors highlight da Vinci's multifaceted genius, his profound understanding of nature, and his innovative approaches to art. They also touch upon his legacy, illustrating how his work still resonates today while acknowledging the ephemeral nature of artistic endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gautier, Théophile, 1811-1872 |
|---|---|
| Author | Houssaye, Arsène, 1815-1896 |
| Author | Saint-Victor, Paul de, 1827-1881 |
| Illustrator | Calamatta, Luigi, 1802-1869 |
| Title | Les Dieux et les Demi-Dieux de la Peinture |
| Contents | Introduction -- Léonard de Vinci -- Frà Giovanni da Fiesole -- Hemling -- Raphaël -- Corrége -- Michel-Ange -- Giorgione -- Titien -- Paul Véronèse -- Holbein -- Rubens -- Van Dyck -- Rembrandt -- Don Diego Velasquez de Silva -- Esteban Bartolome Murillo -- Nicolas Poussin -- Eustache Le Sueur -- David -- Prudhon -- Eugène Delacroix -- Sir Joshua Reynolds -- William Hogarth. |
| Credits |
Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Gallica, Bibliothèque nationale de France.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | ND: Fine Arts: Painting |
| Subject | Painters |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62753 |
| Release Date | Jul 25, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 704 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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