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100 1 _aMason, James
245 1 4 _aThe charm of Reynolds
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2022
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2022-07-10
508 _aAl Haines
520 _a"The Charm of Reynolds" by James Mason is a biography that delves into the life and works of the renowned portrait painter Sir Joshua Reynolds, written during the early 20th century. The book examines the artistic contributions Reynolds made during the latter half of the 18th century and reflects on his significance in British art history. With a focus on his character and legacy, the text captures the essence of his impact on portrait painting and his relationships with prominent figures of his time. In this biography, Mason offers a detailed account of Reynolds' journey from his early days in Devonshire to becoming the first President of the Royal Academy. The narrative explores how his experiences and education, particularly his time in Italy, shaped his unique style and approach to portrait artistry. Reynolds is portrayed as a hard-working and ambitious individual whose keen observational skills allowed him to create psychological representations of his sitters, encompassing statesmen, socialites, and children. Through vivid descriptions of his notable works and personal anecdotes, the book highlights Reynolds' contributions to the art world and his lasting influence on subsequent generations of artists, affirming his status as a significant figure in the history of British painting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited Kingdom: T.C. & E.C. Jack, 1911
653 _aReynolds, Joshua, Sir, 1723-1792
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68490
999 _c109294
_d109294