The Story of American Painting: The Evolution of Painting in America

The Story of American Painting: The Evolution of Painting in America is a comprehensive and detailed account of the development of American painting from its earliest beginnings to the early 20th century. The book is authored by Charles H. Caffin, a prominent art critic and historian who was a leading authority on American art in the early 1900s.The book is organized chronologically, beginning with the earliest colonial painters and continuing through the major art movements of the 19th and early 20th centuries, such as the Hudson River School, the Ashcan School, and the American Impressionists. Caffin provides detailed analyses of the works of major American painters, including John Singleton Copley, Thomas Cole, Winslow Homer, Mary Cassatt, and John Singer Sargent, among many others.Throughout the book, Caffin explores the social and cultural contexts that influenced the development of American painting, including the impact of European art movements, the changing role of art in American society, and the evolving attitudes towards nature, landscape, and the human figure. He also discusses the role of art institutions, collectors, and critics in shaping the course of American art.The Story of American Painting is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American art, offering a rich and nuanced exploration of the evolution of painting in America. Caffin's insightful analysis and engaging prose make this book an accessible and enjoyable read for both scholars and general readers alike.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.