Yankee Stonecutters The First American School Of Sculpture 1800-1850

Yankee Stonecutters: The First American School Of Sculpture 1800-1850 is a book written by Albert TenEyck Gardner. It is a comprehensive study of the first American school of sculpture, which emerged in the early 19th century. The book covers the lives and works of the Yankee stonecutters who were responsible for creating some of the most iconic sculptures of the period, including the statues on the US Capitol building and the Bunker Hill Monument.Gardner explores the social and cultural context in which these sculptors worked, as well as their training and techniques. He also examines the influence of European sculptors on the Yankee stonecutters, and the ways in which they adapted and transformed these influences to create a distinctive American style.The book is richly illustrated with photographs of the sculptures and the artists themselves, as well as sketches and drawings. It also includes a detailed bibliography and index, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of American art and sculpture. Overall, Yankee Stonecutters is a fascinating and informative exploration of an important chapter in American art history.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.