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IT may be asserted without fear of contradiction that the dainty water-colour drawings executed by Birket Foster, of which a large and representative selection are reproduced in this volume, appeal to the majority of the British public more than the works of any other artist.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a visual exploration of Birket Foster, a prominent watercolourist of the 19th century. It includes a large and representative selection of his paintings, providing insight into a style that appealed to the British public and captured the essence of rural scenes in England, Wales, and Scotland. Through the author's extensive access to Foster's sketchbooks and original drawings, this volume delves into Foster's methods and inspirations. The author also paints a vivid picture of Foster's life and travels, from his upbringing in the north of England to his time as a draughtsman with wood-engraver Ebenezer Landells, capturing the essence of the man behind the brushstrokes. This deeply researched and engaging book not only showcases Foster's captivating body of work but also situates it within the artistic and social context of the Victorian era, illuminating his significant contribution to British art. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333598259_0
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