| Author |
Schmid, Heinrich Alfred, 1863-1951 |
| Illustrator |
Böcklin, Arnold, 1827-1901 |
| Title |
Arnold Böcklin
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Louise Hope, Barbara Tozier, Chrome, Leif Huhn, David Bridson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Arnold Böcklin" by Heinrich Alfred Schmid is a biographical work written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and artistic contributions of the Swiss painter Arnold Böcklin, offering an in-depth analysis of his work within the historical context of 19th-century art movements. Böcklin is known for his symbolic landscapes and mythological themes, and the book discusses his unique style and the influence of his Swiss heritage. The opening of the work introduces Böcklin's significance in the art world, emphasizing his role during a transformative period in German painting. It highlights the various influences on his style, including the traditions he broke away from and his quest to redefine art through color and expression. Schmid sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Böcklin's life experiences, his artistic development, and how his formative years contributed to his eventual recognition as a pivotal figure in the history of art. The narrative hints at Böcklin's struggles and triumphs, creating a foundation for understanding the complexities of his character and the motivations behind his illustrious career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
CT: History: Biography
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| LoC Class |
N: Fine Arts
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| Subject |
Biography
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| Subject |
Painters -- Switzerland
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18436 |
| Release Date |
May 23, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 17, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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