The Life And Letters Of Samuel Palmer

The Life and Letters of Samuel Palmer: Painter and Etcher by Alfred Herbert Palmer is a comprehensive biography of the English landscape painter and etcher, Samuel Palmer. The book provides a detailed account of Palmer's life, beginning with his childhood and early artistic development, and tracing his career as a painter and etcher through to his later years.Palmer is known for his distinctive style, which combined elements of Romanticism and the Pre-Raphaelite movement. He was a member of the group known as the Ancients, which included other prominent artists such as William Blake and John Linnell. The book explores Palmer's artistic influences and the development of his unique style, as well as his relationships with other artists and his personal life.In addition to a detailed account of Palmer's life, the book also includes a selection of his letters, providing insight into his thoughts and feelings about his art, as well as his personal relationships and experiences. The letters offer a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of England's most celebrated landscape painters.Overall, The Life and Letters of Samuel Palmer: Painter and Etcher is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of this important artist. It provides a fascinating insight into the world of 19th-century English art and the life of one of its most influential figures.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.