Les Gautier, Théophile 1811-1872 creator Houssaye, Arsène 1815-1896 Saint-Victor, Paul de 1827-1881 Calamatta, Luigi 1802-1869 text utu 2020 monographic fr 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Les Dieux et les Demi-Dieux de la Peinture" by Gautier, Houssaye, and Saint-Victor is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The text serves as an analysis and appreciation of twelve iconic figures in art history, specifically focusing on prominent painters and their pursuit of beauty. The authors attempt to frame these illustrious artists within a pantheon, celebrating their contributions to the world of painting. The opening of the work introduces the concept of portraying renowned painters not merely as individuals but as divine figures in the realm of art. It elaborates on the historical context of artistic achievement, emphasizing the shift from the "dark ages" to the Renaissance. The discussion sets the stage for specific analysis, beginning with Leonardo da Vinci. The authors highlight da Vinci's multifaceted genius, his profound understanding of nature, and his innovative approaches to art. They also touch upon his legacy, illustrating how his work still resonates today while acknowledging the ephemeral nature of artistic endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Introduction -- Léonard de Vinci -- Frà Giovanni da Fiesole -- Hemling -- Raphaël -- Corrége -- Michel-Ange -- Giorgione -- Titien -- Paul Véronèse -- Holbein -- Rubens -- Van Dyck -- Rembrandt -- Don Diego Velasquez de Silva -- Esteban Bartolome Murillo -- Nicolas Poussin -- Eustache Le Sueur -- David -- Prudhon -- Eugène Delacroix -- Sir Joshua Reynolds -- William Hogarth. Release date is 2020-07-25 Produced by Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Gallica, Bibliothèque nationale de France.) Original publication data not identified Painters ND Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62753 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62753 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134439.0 62753