The Life and Works of Joseph Wright, A.R.A., commonly called "Wright of Derby"
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"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.)
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| Author | Bemrose, William, 1831-1908 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Monkhouse, W. Cosmo (William Cosmo), 1840-1901 |
| Illustrator | Haden, Francis Seymour, 1818-1910 |
| LoC No. | 12037700 |
| Title | The Life and Works of Joseph Wright, A.R.A., commonly called "Wright of Derby" |
| Credits | Karin Spence, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ND: Fine Arts: Painting |
| Subject | Painters -- England -- Biography |
| Subject | Wright, Joseph, 1734-1797 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66201 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-66201-5 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 660 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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