Aubrey Vincent Beardsley (1911)

Aubrey Vincent Beardsley (1911) is a book written by Martin Birnbaum that provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of the English illustrator and author Aubrey Beardsley. The book is divided into two parts - the first part focuses on Beardsley's life and the second part explores his art. In the first part, Birnbaum chronicles Beardsley's life from his childhood to his untimely death at the age of 25. He describes Beardsley's upbringing, his education, his early career as an illustrator, and his association with the Aesthetic movement. Birnbaum also delves into Beardsley's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and lovers, and his struggle with tuberculosis. The second part of the book is dedicated to Beardsley's art. Birnbaum provides a detailed analysis of Beardsley's illustrations, which are known for their intricate and highly stylized designs. He explores Beardsley's influences, his artistic techniques, and the themes that are present in his work. Birnbaum also discusses the controversies that surrounded some of Beardsley's illustrations, including accusations of obscenity and immorality. Overall, Aubrey Vincent Beardsley (1911) is a thorough and engaging biography of one of the most influential illustrators of the late 19th century. It provides a fascinating insight into Beardsley's life and work, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and illustration.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.