Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Works of Winslow Homer is a comprehensive biography of the American artist Winslow Homer, written by William Howe Downes. The book provides a detailed account of Homer's life, from his early years in Boston to his later years in Maine, where he produced some of his most famous works. Downes delves into Homer's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, as well as his artistic development and the influences that shaped his style.The book features a large number of illustrations, including reproductions of many of Homer's most famous paintings, sketches, and drawings. Downes provides detailed analysis of each work, discussing the techniques and themes that Homer employed, and placing them in the context of his life and career.In addition to his paintings, the book also covers Homer's work as an illustrator, including his illustrations for Harper's Weekly during the Civil War. Downes also discusses Homer's travels to Europe, where he was exposed to the work of the Impressionists and other European artists, and how this influenced his own work.Overall, The Life and Works of Winslow Homer is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this important American artist.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1911 Edition.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.
