Portraits of the English Civil Wars
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| Rating | : | 4.83 (745 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1910787388 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 100 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-03-14 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
He is also a well-known curator and art historian. About the AuthorAngus Haldane is director of Haldane Fine Art, an art dealership and consultancy.
. But this book seeks to change that perspective, revealing that these tumultuous years represent as much of an artistic transformation as a political one. The first book in the new series the Face of War, it will be an essential reference for anyone interested in the history of portraiture and the historical figures of the English Civil War. Though the events of this significant time period have been examined in great detail from a historical point of view, the period has never before been discussed in detail focusing specifically on portraiture. The period of the English Civil Wars (1642–1651) was one of the most momentous in British history. Each portrait is presented here alongside a short biography of the protagonist’s life, and is accompanied by an extended discussion on the iconography of the painting and its art historical relevance, including aspects of patronage. In this book, Angus Hald
Angus Haldane is director of Haldane Fine Art, an art dealership and consultancy. . He is also a well-known curator and art historian