British Contemporary Artists (1899)

British Contemporary Artists (1899) is a book written by William Cosmo Monkhouse that provides a comprehensive overview of contemporary British art at the turn of the 20th century. The book features detailed biographical sketches of prominent artists of the time, including their artistic styles, influences, and notable works. Monkhouse discusses the evolution of British art from the Pre-Raphaelite movement to the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist movements, and highlights the major contributors to each style. The book also includes a number of black and white illustrations of the artists' works, allowing readers to appreciate the art while learning about the artists themselves. Overall, British Contemporary Artists (1899) is a valuable resource for art historians, students, and enthusiasts alike, providing a fascinating glimpse into the world of British art during a time of great change and innovation.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.