Giovanni Dupre: With Two Dialogues On Art (1888)

by Henry Simmons Frieze and Augusto Conti

Book Overview

Giovanni Dupre: With Two Dialogues On Art (1888) is a book written by Henry Simmons Frieze. The book is a biography of the renowned Italian sculptor Giovanni Dupre, who is considered one of the most important sculptors of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Dupre's life and work, including his early years, his training, and his major works. In addition to the biography, the book also includes two dialogues on art. The first dialogue is between two art critics and focuses on the nature of art and the role of the artist in society. The second dialogue is between an artist and a philosopher and explores the relationship between art and philosophy. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in art and art history. It provides a valuable insight into the life and work of Giovanni Dupre and the wider cultural context of 19th-century Italy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164177753
• ISBN13: 9781164177753
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"