Dafforne James 1880 (5 results)
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Hardback or Cased Book. Condition: New. Pictures by Sir Edwin Landseer, Royal Academician, With Descriptions and a Biographical Sketch of the Painter. Book.
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['Nearly made bankrupt' by this work: Henry Hugh Armstead, sculptor.] Autograph Letter Signed to James Dafforne of the Art Journal, describing his extensive work on the Colonial Office in Whitehall.
Henry Hugh Armstead (1828-1905), British sculptor associated with George Gilbert Scott, Gothic Revival and Pre-Raphaelites [James Dafforne (1804-1880) of the Art Journal; Colonial Office, Whitehall]
Published by 3 November ; Bridge Place Eccleston Bridge, 1874
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Add to basketSee both men's entries in the Oxford DNB. 4pp, 12mo. Bifolium. In good condition, lightly aged, with slight spot from previous mount at one corner. Folded twice. Signed 'H. H. Armstead'. In reply to a letter of Dafforne, he reports that 'the Statues I have made for the "Colonial Office" Niches are not yet in situ - but are now being raised to the niches, and they will be in their places within the next few days.' He gives the names and positions of the statues, adding: 'The eight men are there as Secretaries of State for the Colonies'. He also indicates the work he has done for 'the central group representing the Queen &c &c': 'the two outside figures only they represent "Navigation" and "legislation", as well as 'the four flattish Reliefs under the central group [.] they are the Virtues "Truth," "Fortitude," "Temperance," and "Obedience." He continues: 'You are, of course, aware that the alto Relievos of the 5 divisions of the World & "Government" and "Education" are by me'. He concludes, with a hint of bitterness: 'I am glad you like the memorial work, it appears to give general pleasure - some satisfaction to the poor artists who were nearly made bankrupt by it.'.…
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More imagesPublished by Recreasoft, Paris, 2026
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Add to basketSoftcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 520 pages. Printed on premium paper. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1875. Text in English. This comprehensive study explores the evolution of the arts during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, offering a detailed analysis of artistic developments, cultural influences, and key figures of the period. The work provides valuable insights into the transition from medieval to Renaissance aesthetics, making it an essential resource for art historians and scholars of medieval and Renaissance studies. Book images are non-contractual.…
