Modern Painting by George Moore
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"Modern Painting" by George Moore is a critical examination of the evolving art scene, primarily focusing on the development of painting in the late 19th century. Moore explores the works and influences of significant artists, with a keen interest in figures like James Whistler and his contemporaries. This work reflects the author's sharp insights on aesthetics and the transitions in artistic philosophy during this period. At the start of the book, Moore
introduces his subject by reflecting on his long engagement with the enigmatic James Whistler, highlighting the complexities of Whistler's character and artistic philosophy. Through an in-depth analysis, Moore seeks to demystify Whistler’s approach, contrasting it with traditional artistic practices. He also juxtaposes Whistler's elegant nocturnes and portraits with those of other prominent artists, revealing a broader commentary on the state of modern art in his time. The opening sets a contemplative tone, indicating that the work will delve into both individual artistry and the larger cultural implications of art in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Moore, George, 1852-1933 |
|---|---|
| Title | Modern Painting |
| Contents | Whistler -- Chavannes, Millet, and Manet -- The failure of the nineteenth century -- Artistic education in France and England -- Ingres and Corot -- Monet, Sisley, Pissaro, and the decadence -- Our academicians -- The organisation of art -- Art and science -- Royalty in art -- Art patrons -- Picture dealers -- Mr. Burne-Jones and the Academy -- The alderman in art -- Religiosity in art -- The camera in art -- The new English art club -- A great artist [Charles Keene] -- Nationality in art -- Sex in art -- Mr. Steer's exhibition -- Claude Monet -- Notes: Mr. Mark Fisher. A portrait by Mr. Sargent. An orchid by Mr. James. The Whistler album. Ingres -- Some Japanese prints -- The new art criticism -- Long ago in Italy. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Eric Eldred, Marc D'Hooghe, Charles Franks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ND: Fine Arts: Painting |
| Subject | Painting |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8162 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-08162-5 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 552 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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