Among the Great Masters of Painting

''Among the Great Masters of Painting: Scenes in the Lives of Famous Painters'' is a book written by Walter Rowlands. It is a collection of stories that depict the lives of some of the most famous painters in history. The book is filled with anecdotes, historical facts, and personal details about the artists, including their struggles, successes, and artistic styles. The book covers a wide range of artists, from Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo to Rembrandt and Vincent van Gogh. Each chapter focuses on a different artist, providing a detailed account of their life and work. The stories are accompanied by illustrations of the artists’ most famous works, giving readers a visual representation of their artistic style.Rowlands’ writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both art enthusiasts and casual readers. The book is a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about the lives of famous painters and the evolution of art throughout history. Overall, ''Among the Great Masters of Painting: Scenes in the Lives of Famous Painters'' is a must-read for anyone who loves art and wants to gain a deeper understanding of the artists who have shaped the art world.1901. Thirty-two reproductions of famous paintings. Contains short sketches on the following artists: Phidias, Pausias, Cimabue, Fra Angelico, Hugo Van der Goes, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Durer, Correggio, Michael Angelo, Cellini, Titian, Palissy, Tintoretto, Callot, Rubens, Brauwer, Van Dyck, Guido, Paul Potter, Velazquez, Poussin, Cano, Rembrandt, Salvator Rosa, Teniers, Wren, Hogarth, Reynolds, Pajou, Carpeaux, Puvis de Chavannes. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.