Frederic Edwin Church Catalogue Raisonne Gerald L. Carr Art History Box Set

by Gerald L. Carr

$174 · Offered by eBay

Discover the comprehensive world of American landscape painter Frederic Edwin Church with this meticulously compiled Catalogue Raisonné. Authored by Gerald L. Carr, this two-volume set, housed in a sturdy slipcase, offers an exhaustive inventory and scholarly analysis of Church's works of art housed at Olana State Historic Site. A pivotal resource for art historians, collectors, and enthusiasts alike, it meticulously documents the artistic legacy of a key figure in the Hudson River School. This exquisite art book features numerous illustrations, including vibrant color plates and detailed black-and-white reproductions of Church's iconic paintings, sketches, and studies. From grand landscapes like "Twilight Among the Mountains" to intricate studies, each entry provides invaluable insight into the artist's creative process and significant contributions to 19th-century American art. It's an essential addition to any library focusing on American painting, art history, or the Hudson River School movement.

• Condition: Very Good

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