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 Masterpieces of Western Art - The National Gallery: A Private View - Volume 1 $10.77 This Fascinating and authoritative survey looks at the history of European art through the rich and varied collection of London's National Gallery. Eminent art critic Edward Mullins examine the styles, schools and key personalities of European art, from the alterpieces and frescoes of Duccio and Giotto to the innovative techniques of the Impressionists. VOLUME 1: From the early Italian Renaissance to Titian and Leonardo we trace the development of Western painting. We are guided through the changing styles from the delicate and symbolic painting of the 13th and 14th centuries to the flowering of Botticelli and the new grasp of perspective that transformed the painting style of Masaccio and Piero della Francesca. Moving to the "Northern Renaissance", we discover the exquisite realism of Van Eyck and Holbein before returning to the Venetian splendour of Bellini, Tintoretto and Titian. Finally, we can enjoy the superb works in the Gallery by the Three giants of the High Renaissance: Michelangelo, Raphael and Leonardo.  Bartlett 1839 View From Mount Holyoke -$69 Britain”Ēs William H. Bartlett traveled the world documenting his travels with beautiful drawings. These were later given to expert artisans, who etched them into plates of steel for printing. In the 1800”Ēs, these were incredibly popular as a way for people to see sights that they would never experience, in far distant lands. Among the most popular were his engravings of "American Scenery." Not only did people around the world marvel at the beauty of these views of our relatively young country, Americans also found these pictures irresistible. You will, too. This incredibly detailed antique steel engraving cannot begin to be appreciated in the format. This fine antique piece has a quality that has to bee seen to be fully enjoyed. The lines are so find and the workmanship so meticulous, that it is hard to believe it was printed from a steel plate actually etched by a human hand. This piece is an extraordinary snapshot of our nation”Ēs past in a time before photography. It will be a cherished heirloom for generations to come. If you are looking for an unusual piece of art, to decorate a home or office, these truly "limited-edition" prints are perfect. Antique engravings, & prints are extraordinary examples of the 19th Century printing and engraving arts. As conversation pieces they are unequaled. A beautiful old print or engraving is an actual snapshot of our history. Any of these, increasingly rare, works of art are also some of the most thoughtful (and personal) gifts you can give. Unlike so many other gifts, antique prints allow you to present someone a piece of the past. P02009259  Global Views Oval Ebony Wood 25-Inch by 16-1/2-Inch Gallery Tray with Nickel Accents $189.99 Global Views Ebony Wood 25-inch by 16-1/2-inch Gallery Tray with Nickel Accents |
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