Publisher's Synopsis
The Faience Violin is a novel written by Champfleury, first published in 1893. The story follows the life of a young artist named Jean-Pierre, who is passionately devoted to his craft of creating beautiful violins. He is particularly drawn to the unique beauty of faience, a type of glazed pottery, and decides to create a violin entirely out of this material. Over the course of the novel, Jean-Pierre faces numerous challenges and setbacks in his quest to create the perfect faience violin. He struggles to find the right materials, faces criticism and skepticism from his peers, and must navigate the complex world of art and commerce in order to achieve his goals. Along the way, Jean-Pierre becomes involved in a romantic relationship with a young woman named Louise, who shares his passion for music and art. Together, they navigate the ups and downs of their creative pursuits while also dealing with the challenges of their personal lives. The Faience Violin is a beautifully written and deeply moving novel that explores themes of art, love, and the pursuit of perfection. Champfleury's vivid descriptions of the creative process and the world of music and art bring the story to life, while his nuanced portrayal of the characters and their relationships adds depth and complexity to the narrative. Overall, The Faience Violin is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of art and creativity, or simply looking for a captivating and engaging story.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.
