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Title: Whistler

Series Title: Masterpieces in Colour

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Summary: "Whistler" by T. Martin Wood is a biography focusing on the life and work of the renowned American artist James Abbot McNeill Whistler, written in the early 20th century. This detailed account explores Whistler's artistic philosophy, unique style, and the influential relationships he had throughout his life, particularly in London and Paris. The book delves into the topic of the aesthetic movement in art, emphasizing Whistler's approach to painting and his belief in the intrinsic beauty of art for its own sake. In this biography, Wood paints a vivid portrait of Whistler, highlighting his dual personality as both an artist and a public figure known for his flamboyant lifestyle and sharp wit. The narrative chronicles Whistler's journey from his early days in Lowell, Massachusetts, to his significant contributions to art in England and abroad. Wood discusses key aspects of Whistler’s work, such as his mastery in creating nocturnes and portraits, including the famous "Arrangement in Grey and Black," also known as "Whistler's Mother." The text also covers pivotal moments in Whistler's career, including his contentious trial against John Ruskin, which ultimately shaped his reputation and legacy in the art world. Throughout the biography, readers gain insight into Whistler's relentless pursuit of perfection and his philosophical views on the role of art in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Author: Wood, T. Martin, 1875-1919

Editor: Hare, T. Leman (Thomas Leman), 1872-1935

EBook No.: 41492

Published: Nov 26, 2012

Downloads: 111

Language: English

Subject: Whistler, James McNeill, 1834-1903

LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Whistler

Series Title: Masterpieces in Colour

Credits: Produced by sp1nd and the Online Distributed Proofreading
Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from
images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "Whistler" by T. Martin Wood is a biography focusing on the life and work of the renowned American artist James Abbot McNeill Whistler, written in the early 20th century. This detailed account explores Whistler's artistic philosophy, unique style, and the influential relationships he had throughout his life, particularly in London and Paris. The book delves into the topic of the aesthetic movement in art, emphasizing Whistler's approach to painting and his belief in the intrinsic beauty of art for its own sake. In this biography, Wood paints a vivid portrait of Whistler, highlighting his dual personality as both an artist and a public figure known for his flamboyant lifestyle and sharp wit. The narrative chronicles Whistler's journey from his early days in Lowell, Massachusetts, to his significant contributions to art in England and abroad. Wood discusses key aspects of Whistler’s work, such as his mastery in creating nocturnes and portraits, including the famous "Arrangement in Grey and Black," also known as "Whistler's Mother." The text also covers pivotal moments in Whistler's career, including his contentious trial against John Ruskin, which ultimately shaped his reputation and legacy in the art world. Throughout the biography, readers gain insight into Whistler's relentless pursuit of perfection and his philosophical views on the role of art in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Author: Wood, T. Martin, 1875-1919

Editor: Hare, T. Leman (Thomas Leman), 1872-1935

EBook No.: 41492

Published: Nov 26, 2012

Downloads: 111

Language: English

Subject: Whistler, James McNeill, 1834-1903

LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.