| Artist |
Feuerbach, Anselm Friedrich, 1829-1880 |
| Commentator |
Friedrich, Walther |
| Title |
Anselm Feuerbach : Eine Kunstgabe für das deutsche Volk
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| Original Publication |
Mainz: Verlag von Jos. Scholz, 1913.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Anselm Feuerbach : Eine Kunstgabe für das deutsche Volk" by Feuerbach and Friedrich is a comprehensive artistic examination written in the early 20th century. This book serves as both a showcase and tribute to the renowned German painter Anselm Feuerbach, highlighting his impact on art and culture. It likely explores the themes of artistic expression and the influences that shaped Feuerbach’s work, emphasizing his connections to classical antiquity and his artistic journey. The book delves into Feuerbach's life, detailing his struggles, inspirations, and key works throughout his artistic career. It narrates his early promise as a child artist and his subsequent education in Düsseldorf, Antwerp, and Paris, illustrating both his successes and the difficulties he faced due to criticism and financial hardships. Significant events such as his productive years in Rome and the profound influence of his muse, Anna Risi, are narrated alongside the creation of his masterpieces, including "Pietà" and "Medea." The work also captures his yearning for recognition and the emotional toll of artistic isolation, presenting a nuanced portrait of a man dedicated to achieving artistic greatness despite constant setbacks. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
ND: Fine Arts: Painting
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| Subject |
Painters -- Germany
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| Subject |
Feuerbach, Anselm Friedrich, 1829-1880
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72230 |
| Release Date |
Nov 26, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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