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Bemrose, William
1831
1908
Monkhouse, W. Cosmo (William Cosmo)
1840
1901
Monkhouse, Cosmo
Monkhouse, William Cosmo
Haden, Francis Seymour
1818
1910
Haden, Francis Seymour, Sir
Haden, Seymour
Haden, F. Seymour (Francis Seymour)
Seymour-Haden, Francis
12037700
The Life and Works of Joseph Wright, A.R.A., commonly called "Wright of Derby"
Karin Spence, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
"The Life and Works of Joseph Wright, A.R.A., commonly called 'Wright of Derby'" by William Bemrose is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides a comprehensive biography of the English painter Joseph Wright, exploring his life, artistic contributions, and the circumstances that led to his temporary obscurity in art history. The book aims to resurrect the reputation of Wright, highlighting his significance in the context of his contemporaries and the art world of his time. The opening of the book introduces Joseph Wright's family background, tracing his lineage to a reputable middle-class heritage in Derbyshire and Staffordshire. It emphasizes his early inclinations towards creativity and mechanics, detailing his childhood interests and education. The narrative hints at his future artistic aspirations while portraying a detailed genealogical account that sets the stage for understanding the influences that shaped Wright as both a man and an artist. This initial portion lays the foundation for a deeper exploration of his artistic journey, techniques, and the establishment of his legacy in the chapters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Painters -- England -- Biography
Wright, Joseph, 1734-1797
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Category: Art
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