London in the company of artists
39.99 €
Out of stock
London in the company of artists
39.99 €
In terms of art, London is a hub of different styles and trends. It appears as a new Rome, as a bourgeois amusement park in the manner of Impressionism, or as an outward manifestation of inner turmoil in the spirit of Romanticism. A reflection of the grim truth of life, a terrifying dream come true. It's all here and does not interfere with each other, because London, for its size, age and legendary stature, accommodates all these different versions of itself.
This album brings together the many images of London that have been captured by artists over the past four centuries. The text is structured as a description of a west-to-east route along the Thames, along both the north and south banks of the river, where we will visit the most famous and some unfamiliar places. Such a journey can be made in space, but in time it is only possible through works of art. You'll get views of Buckingham Palace, gradually changing its appearance over the course of its century-long history, while a close look at the frozen 1960s Serpentine will transport you to an ice skating scene painted almost 200 years ago. You'll see great buildings turn to dust and great monuments grow on the ruins. Coronations and riots, summer days and winter fairs change. Views of London of peace and London of war are revealed. You will see works by some of the world's most famous artists - Turner, Monet and Canaletto - as well as those whose names history does not even remember. The whole album, however, is filled with the unique spirit of London. And, of course, it all starts on the Thames....
This album brings together the many images of London that have been captured by artists over the past four centuries. The text is structured as a description of a west-to-east route along the Thames, along both the north and south banks of the river, where we will visit the most famous and some unfamiliar places. Such a journey can be made in space, but in time it is only possible through works of art. You'll get views of Buckingham Palace, gradually changing its appearance over the course of its century-long history, while a close look at the frozen 1960s Serpentine will transport you to an ice skating scene painted almost 200 years ago. You'll see great buildings turn to dust and great monuments grow on the ruins. Coronations and riots, summer days and winter fairs change. Views of London of peace and London of war are revealed. You will see works by some of the world's most famous artists - Turner, Monet and Canaletto - as well as those whose names history does not even remember. The whole album, however, is filled with the unique spirit of London. And, of course, it all starts on the Thames....
See also:
- All books by the publisher
- All books by the author
- All books in the series Metamorphoses Art