The Epochs Of Painting: A Biographical And Critical Essay On Painting And Painters Of All Times And Many Places (1864)

The Epochs of Painting is a comprehensive book written by Ralph Nicholson Wornum in 1864. The book is a biographical and critical essay on painting and painters of all times and many places. The author takes the reader on a journey through the history of painting, starting with the early Italian painters and ending with the contemporary artists of his time. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period in the history of painting. Wornum provides detailed biographical information about the most prominent painters of each epoch, as well as their most important works. He also offers critical analysis and commentary on the style, technique, and significance of their art.The Epochs of Painting covers a wide range of painting styles and traditions, including Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Romanticism, and Realism. It also includes discussions of non-Western painting traditions, such as Chinese and Japanese art. Wornum's writing is both informative and engaging, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. The book is also richly illustrated with reproductions of famous paintings, providing readers with a visual representation of the art discussed in the text.Overall, The Epochs of Painting is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of painting and the lives and works of some of the most influential painters of all time.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.