Memoirs of the Life of John Constable, Esq., R.A. - Composed Chiefly of his Letters (Paperback)

First published in 1843 and reissued here in its expanded second edition of 1845, this biography represents an early and informed portrait of the prolific landscape artist and draughtsman John Constable (1776 1837). An upbringing in the East Anglian countryside and his first sighting of a painting by Claude Lorrain inspired his lifelong dedication to capturing scenes from nature, reflected in early works such as Dedham Vale (1802) and in his mature masterpieces, notably The Hay Wain (1821). Prepared by Charles Robert Leslie (1794 1859), a close friend and fellow member of the Royal Academy, this work is based principally on his collection of Constable's letters and papers, drawing also on friends' accounts of the artist. Illuminating his relationship with Maria Bicknell and the influence of early mentor Sir George Beaumont, the book details the development of Constable's career, revealing the nature of his opinions and anxieties.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Cambridge Library Collection - Art and Architecture
Release date:	May 2013
First published:	March 2013
Editors:	Charles Robert Leslie
Authors:	John Constable
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 22mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	386
ISBN-13:	978-1-108-05955-8
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > General Books > Arts & Architecture > Art forms, treatments & subjects > Painting & paintings > General Books > Biography > General
LSN:	1-108-05955-4
Barcode:	9781108059558

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