The Art Spirit

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Art Spirit
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Robert Henri
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:288
Dimensions(mm): Height 146,Width 211
Category/GenreTheory of art
ISBN/Barcode 9780465002634
ClassificationsDewey:759.13
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Basic Books
Imprint Basic Books
Publication Date 27 March 2007
Publication Country United States

Description

Embodying the entire system of Robert Henris teaching, The Art Spirit contains much valuable advice, critical comment, and inspiration to every student of the arts.

Author Biography

Robert Henri was born in Cincinnati in 1865 and died in 1929. He led the Ashcan School movement in art, and attracted a large, intensely personal group of followers. His paintings are shown at major museums across the United States.

Reviews

I would give anything to have come by this book years ago. It is in my opinion comparable only to the notes of Leonardo and Sir Joshua...One of the finest voices which express the philosophy of modern men in painting. --George Bellows