Sir David Wilkie (1903)

Sir David Wilkie (1903) is a biographical book written by William Bayne that explores the life and artistic career of Scottish painter Sir David Wilkie. The book delves into Wilkie's early years and upbringing in Fife, Scotland, and his rise to prominence as a painter in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It covers his travels throughout Europe, including his time in Italy and Spain, and his friendships with fellow artists such as Sir Thomas Lawrence and Sir Edwin Landseer. The book also examines Wilkie's unique style and techniques, which blended realism with a sense of humor and wit. Throughout the book, Bayne provides detailed analysis of Wilkie's most famous works, including The Blind Fiddler and The Chelsea Pensioners. Overall, Sir David Wilkie (1903) is a comprehensive and informative look at one of Scotland's most celebrated painters.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.