The Story of Dutch Painting by Charles H. Caffin
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| Author | Caffin, Charles H. (Charles Henry), 1854-1918 |
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| Title | The Story of Dutch Painting |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | The end of the old -- The old order changes -- Beginning of the new -- Frans Hals -- Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn -- The influence of Hals and Rembrandt -- Dutch genre -- Gerard Terborch, Jan Vermeer, and Jan Steen -- Biblical subjects and portraiture -- Landscape -- Van Goyen and Hobbema -- Jacob van Ruisdael. |
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| Summary | "The Story of Dutch Painting" by Charles H. Caffin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the origins, development, and significance of Dutch painting, particularly during the 17th century, as it emerged from the cultural and political backdrop of a newly independent Holland. Caffin examines how the art reflects the societal shifts and collective needs of the Dutch people during this transformative period. The opening of the book sets the stage with the abdication of Charles V in 1555, marking the beginning of significant changes within the Dutch realm. Caffin introduces the idea that the pivotal moments of the 16th and 17th centuries led to the flourishing of a unique Dutch artistic identity grounded in realism, individuality, and a departure from the grandiosity of prior European art. The narrative emphasizes the connection between Dutch art and its environment, indicating that the social fabric and historical events greatly influenced the themes and styles adopted by artists like Rembrandt and Frans Hals, foreshadowing a rich exploration of individual talents and collective artistic movements in the chapters to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ND: Fine Arts: Painting |
| Subject | Painting, Dutch |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59473 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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