Van Eyck by J. Cyril M. Weale
QR code
"Van Eyck" by J. Cyril M. Weale is a historical account written in the early 20th century, focusing on the influential Dutch painters Hubert and John van Eyck. This book delves into the lives, artistic techniques, and major works of both artists, highlighting their pivotal roles in the development of oil painting and their impact on northern European art. The book offers an in-depth exploration of the artistic journeys of the Van
Eyck brothers, tracing Hubert's early years in the town of Maaseyck and John’s subsequent rise to prominence in the court of Burgundy. Weale meticulously details significant works, such as the "Adoration of the Lamb" polyptych and other masterpieces that showcase the brothers' techniques, attention to detail, and contributions to the art world. The narrative intertwines their personal lives, including their mentorship of one another and the recognition they received from nobility, creating a rich tapestry that illustrates the evolution of their art and its influence on subsequent generations. Overall, the book serves as a comprehensive tribute to the Van Eyck legacy in the realm of fine art. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Weale, J. Cyril M. (James Cyril M.) |
|---|---|
| Title | Van Eyck |
| Series Title | Masterpieces in Colour |
| Credits | E-text prepared by sp1nd, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (archive.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 45.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ND: Fine Arts: Painting |
| Subject | Eyck, Hubert van, 1366-1426 |
| Subject | Eyck, Jan van, 1390-1440 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41798 |
| Release Date | Jan 7, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 393 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!