Reflections On The Painting And Sculpture Of The Greeks: With Instructions For The Connoisseur, And An Essay On Grace In Works Of Art (1765)

""Reflections On The Painting And Sculpture Of The Greeks: With Instructions For The Connoisseur, And An Essay On Grace In Works Of Art"" is a book written by German art historian Johann Joachim Winckelmann in 1765. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of Greek art, specifically painting and sculpture, as well as instructions for those who wish to become connoisseurs of art. Winckelmann's writing style is characterized by his deep appreciation for the beauty and grace of Greek art, which he believes is the epitome of artistic excellence. The book also includes an essay on the concept of grace in works of art, where Winckelmann explores the idea that beauty is not just a matter of form, but also of movement and expression. Overall, ""Reflections On The Painting And Sculpture Of The Greeks"" is a seminal work in the field of art history, offering valuable insights into the aesthetics and techniques of ancient Greek 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.