Alone of his contemporaries, Turner is commonly held to have prefigured modern painting, as signalled in the existence of The Turner Prize for contemporary art. Our celebration of his achievement is very different to what Victorian critics made of his art. This book shows how Turner was reinvented to become the artist we recognise today. -- .
Author Biography
Sam Smiles is Professor of Art History at the University of Plymouth -- .
Reviews
"This book offers an important contribution to Turner scholarship. A thoroughly enjoyable and engaging book to read." Professor David Hill, University of Leeds"
