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Turner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William)
1775
1851
Turner, Joseph Mallord William
Turner, William
Finberg, A. J. (Alexander Joseph)
1866
1939
Finberg, Alexander Joseph
Turner's Water-Colours at Farnley Hall
Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
"Turner's Water-Colours at Farnley Hall" by A. J. Finberg is an art historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the personal relationship between the renowned English painter J.M.W. Turner and his patron Mr. Walter Fawkes, exploring their connections primarily through the collection of water-colour artworks at Farnley Hall. This detailed examination highlights not only the artistic exchanges but also the socio-cultural context surrounding these creations during the late 18th to early 19th centuries. The opening of the text outlines the initial acquaintance between Turner and Fawkes, speculating on their first meeting around the year 1802 in Yorkshire, although evidence suggests their connection was rooted in Turner's works inspired by Switzerland. It introduces Fawkes as a significant patron who acquired Turner’s water-colours and oil paintings, while also detailing various memorable incidents during Turner’s visits to Farnley Hall. The author indicates that the relationship fostered a fruitful artistic collaboration, culminating in a remarkable collection of works that continue to be valued today. The foundation is set for an exploration of both the art and the personal dynamics that influenced Turner's creations in this period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Turner, J. M. W. (Joseph Mallord William), 1775-1851
Fawkes, Walter Ramsden Hawksworth, 1769-1825 -- Art collections
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Category: History - British
Category: Art
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