John William Godward: The Eclipse of Classicism (Hardcover)

by Vern G. Swanson (Author)

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Product Description
John William Godward was a passionate and extremely accomplished practitioner of the 19th century Graeco-Roman Classic style. Swanson's book describes an enigmatic, tormented personality and confirms Godward's intense, if narrow, genius.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 286 pages
• Publisher: Antique Collectors' Club (March 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1851492704
• ISBN-13: 978-1851492701
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 9 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #484,429 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WONDERFUL book!, April 27, 1998

By A Customer

Lots of hard research provides a little information on this painter. Most of the information centers around the paintings, and sketches themselves , as well of the criticism of his art. This book contains 160 + beautiful , high quality images . (including one of J.W. Godward as a child..) I usually lean towards Pre-Raphaelite art, but found this artist to be a refreshing and bright alternate interest . I think the book is well worth the price!

10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The ravishing art is worth the price, May 12, 1999

By A Customer

The text of this book manages to be both dull and embarrassingly amateurish. But the paintings? They are spectacular. The book is worth owning even at this price simply for the art. It's high time Godward was recognized and appreciated, and this book will no doubt contribute much to his wider appeal.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars don't miss it, March 4, 2002

By	Shahrad M.Fazeli (Iran) - See all my reviews

What a remarkable book this is. A comprehensive book about one of the greatest masters of 19th century-John William Godward.

The book contains a great collection of his works as high quality pictures as well as a comprehensive biography from his grandfather to the life of his family after his death in details. The book is well published and written.

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