British Contemporary Artists, written by William Cosmo Monkhouse and published in 1899, is a comprehensive survey of the most prominent British artists of the time. The book features biographical sketches and critical assessments of the works of over 50 artists, including John Everett Millais, William Holman Hunt, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, and James McNeill Whistler. Monkhouse delves into the artistic styles and techniques of each artist, as well as their social and cultural influences. The book also includes reproductions of some of the artists' most famous works. British Contemporary Artists provides a valuable insight into the art scene of late 19th-century Britain and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of British art.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.
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