Title
The Red Rose Girls: An Uncommon Story Of Art And Love
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Illustrators Jessie Willcox Smith (18631935) and Elizabeth Shippen Green (18711954), and muralist Violet Oakley (18741961) captivated early20thcentury society with their brilliant careers and uncommon lifestyle. This richly illustrated biography traces the lives of these three talented women, who took over the Red Rose Inn, a picturesque old estate on Philadelphia's Main Line, and made a pact to live together foreveruntil one of them created havoc by leaving the fold to marry. Revealing a household of intimate friendship, mutual inspiration, shared ideas, and love, The Red Rose Girls unfolds against a backdrop of the emerging women's rights movement in an era when female sexuality was still little understood or publicly acknowledged. It is an unforgettable story of three extraordinary women artists who achieved success on their own terms. Fullcolor reproductions of the Red Rose Girls' artwork and wonderful archival photographs bring these women and their milieu to life. 175 illustrations, 60 in full color, 8 1/2 x 11' ALICE A. CARTER is a professor at the School of Art and Design at San Jos State University. An awardwinning illustrator who has done extensive work in the entertainment industry and in advertising, she is also the author of The Art of National Geographic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Red Rose Girls'? A: 'The Red Rose Girls' is a richly illustrated biography that chronicles the lives of three talented women artists—Jessie Willcox Smith, Elizabeth Shippen Green, and Violet Oakley—who formed a unique household and creative community in early-20th-century Philadelphia.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Alice A. Carter, a professor at the School of Art and Design at San Jose State University, and an award-winning illustrator.
- Q: What type of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book features 175 illustrations, including 60 full-color reproductions of the artwork created by the Red Rose Girls, as well as archival photographs that bring their story to life.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Red Rose Girls'? A: 'The Red Rose Girls' was published on April 23, 2002.
- Q: What is the physical format of the book? A: This book is available in a paperback binding format.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Red Rose Girls' contain? A: The book has a total of 216 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art history enthusiasts? A: Yes, 'The Red Rose Girls' is particularly suitable for art history enthusiasts as it delves into the lives and works of three significant women artists from the early 20th century.
- Q: Does the book address themes of women's rights? A: Yes, the biography unfolds against the backdrop of the emerging women's rights movement, exploring themes of female friendship, creativity, and independence.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is published as a New Edition.
- Q: In what condition is the book offered? A: The book is listed in good condition.