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A Brush With Nature: The Gere Collection of Landscape Oil Sketches (National Gallery London Publications),Used
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More than forty years ago, John and Charlotte Gere, both distinguished art historians, pioneered the collecting of smallscale landscape oil sketches created by eighteenth and nineteenthcentury artists working out of doors in nature. Such paintings, created quickly to capture subtle atmospheric effects and the fleeting play of light, played a vital role in the visual training of generations of European artists. The pictures were not conceived of as finished works of art, were rarely if ever exhibited during the artists lifetimes, and were often kept in the studio for later consultation.This beautiful book presents the Gere collection, which today numbers some 70 works. These include paintings by Valenciennes, Frederic, Lord Leighton, and Thomas Jones, as well as by less wellknown artists such as Gilles Closson and Simon Denis. While the majority were painted in Italy, there are also works by British, French, Italian, German, Belgian, and Scandinavian artists. These intimate and compelling documents of artists at work form what is perhaps the most comprehensive private collection of its kind.Christopher Riopelle is curator of nineteenthcentury painting at the National Gallery, London. Xavier Bray is assistant curator at the National Gallery.Published by the National Gallery Company and distributed by Yale University Press
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Brush With Nature'? A: The book focuses on the Gere collection of small-scale landscape oil sketches created by eighteenth- and nineteenth-century artists who painted outdoors in nature.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Christopher Riopelle and Xavier Bray, both associated with the National Gallery in London.
- Q: How many works are included in the Gere collection presented in this book? A: The book presents around 70 works from the Gere collection, showcasing various artists' landscape oil sketches.
- Q: What kind of condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a quality feel.
- Q: What is the page count of 'A Brush With Nature'? A: The book contains 176 pages, offering a comprehensive look at the artworks and their significance.
- Q: When was 'A Brush With Nature' published? A: The book was published on January 11, 2003.
- Q: What kind of art does the book highlight? A: The book highlights landscape oil sketches, focusing on works created outdoors that capture natural atmospheric effects.
- Q: Are the artists featured in the book well-known? A: Yes, the collection includes works by notable artists such as Valenciennes, Frederic, Lord Leighton, and Thomas Jones, along with lesser-known artists.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art historians or general readers? A: This book is suitable for both art historians and general readers interested in landscape art and its historical context.