Walter Crane

Walter Crane's Painting Book (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Walter Crane was an English artist and book illustrator. He is considered to be the most influential, and among the most prolific, children's book creators of his generation and, along with Randolph Caldecott and Kate Greenaway, one of the strongest contributors to the child's nursery motif that the genre of English children's illustrated literature would exhibit in its developmental stages in the later 19th century.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: anboco
• Seitenzahl: 500
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. August 2016
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783736408302
• Artikelnr.: 45510901

Autorenporträt

Walter Crane (1845-1915) was a pivotal figure in the decorative arts and the broader field of British art in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Distinguished not only as a painter but also as an illustrator, designer, and writer, Crane's lasting legacy is indelibly linked to the Arts and Crafts movement and the development of children's book illustration. His work in book design was especially innovative, and he is often recognized for his children's picture books which featured a blend of visual and verbal narratives. 'Walter Crane's Painting Book' showcases his distinctive style and commitment to creating art that was both educational and beautiful. He integrated elements of nature, mythology, and allegory into his illustrations, generating an immersive and narrative-led aesthetic. Crane contributed to the revitalization of illustration as a serious art form and his principles of design continue to influence artists and illustrators. His literary contributions also extend to his treatises on art and his lectures at the South Kensington Museum, which reflect his artistic philosophies and his educational motives. Crane's federation with the socialist movement is another aspect of his varied interests, often thematically present in his illustrations and works. A champion of art for the populace rather than for the elite, Walter Crane will forever be remembered for transforming the visual landscape of Victorian children's literature and contributing a significant chapter to the history of illustration.