Publisher's Synopsis
""John Constable"" is a biography written by Lord Windsor and published in 1903. The book provides a detailed account of the life and work of the famous English landscape painter, John Constable. It covers his early years in Suffolk, his education at the Royal Academy, his struggles to establish himself as an artist, and his eventual success and recognition as one of the leading painters of his time.The book also delves into Constable's artistic style and technique, examining his use of light, color, and composition to capture the beauty of the English countryside. It includes numerous illustrations of his paintings, sketches, and drawings, providing readers with a visual representation of his work.In addition to his artistic achievements, the book also explores Constable's personal life, including his marriage to Maria Bicknell and their family life together. It also touches on his relationships with other artists and intellectuals of the time, including William Wordsworth and Sir Walter Scott.Overall, ""John Constable"" is a comprehensive and informative biography that offers readers a deeper understanding of the life and work of one of England's most beloved artists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
