| Author |
Emanuel, Frank L. (Frank Lewis), 1865-1948 |
| LoC No. |
04014565
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| Title |
The Illustrators of Montmartre
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| Series Title |
The Langham series: an illustrated collection of art monographs, ed. by Selwyn Brinton [v.3]
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
A. Steinlen -- Caran d'Ache -- H. de Toulouse Lautrec -- P. Balluriau -- F. Vallotton -- L. Morin -- C. Huard -- J. Wély -- L. Malteste -- J.L. Forain -- C. Léandre -- Conclusion.
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| Credits |
deaurider, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Illustrators of Montmartre" by Frank L. Emanuel is an illustrated art monograph written in the early 20th century. This work is part of a series that focuses on various artists, with a specific emphasis on the prominent illustrators who thrived in the vibrant Montmartre district of Paris during its golden age. The book likely examines the contributions and artistic styles of several notable figures, including Steinlen and Toulouse-Lautrec, amidst the cultural backdrop of this iconic artistic enclave. The opening of the book introduces the series and its intent, while also establishing the context of Montmartre as a hub for artists and illustrators. It highlights A. Steinlen as a central figure, describing his unique ability to capture both the mundane and harsh realities of life through his drawings, blending sympathy with strong social awareness. The text promises further exploration of the works and lives of other illustrators, setting the stage for a comprehensive look at the impact of Montmartre's artistic community on both contemporary and future art movements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
NC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration
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| Subject |
Illustrators -- France -- Biography
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| Subject |
Montmartre (Paris, France) -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65929 |
| Release Date |
Jul 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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