Essays Towards The History Of Painting (1836)

Essays Towards The History Of Painting is a book written by Maria Callcott and first published in 1836. The book is a collection of essays that explore the history of painting from the Renaissance to the 18th century. Callcott's essays cover a wide range of topics, including the development of painting techniques, the influence of different art movements, and the lives and works of famous painters such as Raphael, Titian, and Rubens. The book is divided into seven chapters, each of which focuses on a different period in the history of painting. Callcott's writing is both informative and engaging, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the evolution of painting over time. Overall, Essays Towards The History Of Painting is a valuable resource for art historians, students of art, and anyone who is interested in the history of painting. With its comprehensive coverage of the subject and accessible writing style, it remains a classic work in the field of art 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.