The Master's Likeness (1885)

The Master's Likeness is a novel written by Joseph Johnson and first published in 1885. Set in the mid-19th century, the story revolves around the lives of two main characters, John and Mary, who are both artists. John is a talented painter who is struggling to find his own unique style, while Mary is a skilled sculptor who is trying to make a name for herself in the male-dominated art world.As the two artists become friends and collaborators, they begin to explore their creative passions and develop a deep connection. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that John is already married and has a family. Despite this, John and Mary continue to work together and push each other to new heights of artistic expression.Throughout the novel, Johnson explores themes of love, art, and the struggle for creative fulfillment. He also provides a vivid portrait of the art world during the mid-19th century, with its complex social hierarchies and fierce competition.Overall, The Master's Likeness is a compelling and insightful novel that offers a richly detailed glimpse into the lives of artists during a pivotal moment in history.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.