Impressionists by the Sea by John House

Impressionists by the Sea by John House

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Summary

Considers the pictorial representation of the seaside during the nineteenth century. This work focuses on the evocation of the sublime force of nature. It also explores how the Impressionists used a fresh approach to painting to capture the effects of weather and light on the coastline.

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Impressionists by the Sea by John House

This work considers the pictorial representation of the seaside during the nineteenth century. From the romantic role - focusing on the evocation of the sublime force of nature, to the holidaymaker in all their relaxed glory. House also explores how the Impressionists used a new approach to painting to capture the effects of weather and light on the coastline.

John House is the Walter H. Annenberg Professor at the Courtauld Institute of Art, London. He is the author of, among other works, Monet: Nature into Art, published by Yale University Press.

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ISBN 13 9781903973882
ISBN 10 1903973880
Title Impressionists by the Sea
Author John House
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Royal Academy of Arts
Year published 2007-09-22
Number of pages 156
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.