A History of Painting

A History of Painting: The French Genius V6 is a comprehensive book written by Haldane Macfall that explores the history of French painting. The book is the sixth volume in the series and covers the period from the 19th century to the early 20th century. It provides a detailed account of the various art movements that emerged during this time, including Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, and Fauvism.The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific artists and their works, such as Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Paul C�����zanne. It also delves into the social and cultural context in which these artists worked, providing insights into the political and artistic climate of France during this period.The book is richly illustrated with over 100 full-color reproductions of paintings by the featured artists, as well as black and white photographs of the artists themselves, their studios, and their works in progress. The text is engaging and accessible, making it an ideal resource for art enthusiasts, students, and scholars alike.Overall, A History of Painting: The French Genius V6 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of French painting and the artistic movements that shaped it. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and works of some of the most influential artists of the 19th and early 20th centuries, and provides a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this important period in art history.1911. In Eight Volumes. Illustrated with 200 plates. With Preface by Frank Brangwyn. The volumes in this series comprise a general survey of the history of painting by looking at the dominant figures of the time and studying how art developed towards the end of the nineteenth century. Macfall writes in the foreword: In these pages I have simply written of the greater men of genius who have contributed to the art of painting; and I have touched upon their more famous works rather than attempted an exhaustive list of all their endeavor, the which has no value except to the dealer in antiques. The volumes are an attempt to place before the ordinary man the chief achievement of the years in the Art of Painting; and to hint at something of the real significance of that achievement. The Contents of this volume are divided into the following groups: The Rise of French Painting: 1500 and 1600; The Grand Manner; Prince Charming Reigns Over France; and The Winter of French Art. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.