Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of a Picture is a book written by Frank Ried Diffenderffer and published in 1905. The book tells the story of a painting, from its creation to its eventual sale and display in a museum. The painting is described in great detail, with the author providing insights into the artist's techniques and the symbolism contained within the work. Along the way, the reader is introduced to various characters who play a role in the painting's journey, including the artist, the art dealer, and the museum curator. The book is a fascinating look at the world of art and the people who are involved in creating, selling, and displaying it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in art history or the art world in general.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.
