Puvis de Chavannes

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Crastre, François

Contributor:

Roujon, Henry, 1853-1914

Series:

Masterpieces in Colour

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Puvis de Chavannes" by François Crastre is a biography written in the early 20th century that delves into the life and work of the renowned French painter, Pierre Puvis de Chavannes. This book provides an insight into the artistic journey of a man who, despite facing numerous challenges and initial rejection, became a significant figure in the world of art, celebrated for his unique style which harmoniously melds figures and landscape. The book chronicles Puvis de Chavannes' life from his early years, detailing his artistic education and influences, to his eventual recognition and legacy. It explores his notable works, such as "Peace" and "War," alongside his various commissions for public spaces, including the Panthéon in Paris. The narrative highlights the struggles Puvis faced against the prevailing artistic norms of his time, portraying him as a passionate and resilient artist dedicated to capturing truth and beauty in his work. Through Crastre's examination, readers gain a deeper appreciation for Puvis de Chavannes' contributions to art, his innovative techniques, and the personal sacrifices that defined his career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by sp1nd, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2013-01-13