Lord Leighton Of Stretton (1906)

""Lord Leighton of Stretton"" is a biography of the renowned Victorian artist Frederick Leighton, written by Edgcumbe Staley and published in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of Leighton's life, from his childhood and early artistic training to his rise to fame as one of the leading figures of the British art world. Staley explores Leighton's artistic influences and his role in the development of the Aesthetic movement, as well as his friendships with other notable artists and cultural figures of the time. The book also delves into Leighton's personal life, including his relationships with women and his passion for travel and exploration. With its rich detail and insightful analysis, ""Lord Leighton of Stretton"" offers a fascinating portrait of one of the most important and influential artists of the Victorian era.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.