Trees in art
Watkins, C.2018
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In this lavishly illustrated book, Charles Watkins celebrates the myth and magic of arboreal art. Open its pages and enter the greeny groves of the classical world, from Daphne's metamorphosis into a laurel tree to the gardens of Pompeii. Shade yourself beneath the tree in sacred art, as represented in masterworks by Botticelli and Michelangelo. The oak as a symbol of nationhood and liberty across Europe is revealed. The author also elucidates the practice of genius in how artists learned to draw trees.
Main title:
Trees in art / Charles Watkins.
Author:
Watkins, C., author
Imprint:
London : Reaktion Books, 2018.
Collation:
255 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 29 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Audience:
Specialized.
ISBN:
9781780239309 (hbk. :)
Dewey class:
704.9434
Language:
English
BRN:
1858746