The Life And Writings Of Sir Joshua Reynolds

The Life and Writings of Sir Joshua Reynolds: First President of the Royal Academy is a book written by Allan Cunningham and first published in 1860. The book is a comprehensive biography of the famous English portrait painter, Sir Joshua Reynolds, who was the first President of the Royal Academy of Arts in London. The book provides an in-depth look into the life of Reynolds, from his early years as an apprentice to his rise to prominence as a leading artist of his time. It also explores his artistic style and technique, as well as his contributions to the art world.The author, Allan Cunningham, was a Scottish writer and biographer who was known for his works on famous artists and writers. He was a contemporary of Reynolds and had access to many of his personal papers and letters, which he used to provide a detailed account of Reynolds' life and work.The Life and Writings of Sir Joshua Reynolds is a valuable resource for art historians, students of art, and anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most important artists of the 18th century. It is a well-researched and engaging biography that provides a fascinating insight into the world of art in Reynolds' 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.