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Hoeber, Arthur, 1854-1915 |
| Title |
The Mentor: Painters of Western Life, Vol 3, Num. 9, Serial No. 85, June 15, 1915
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Frederic Remington -- Charles M. Russell -- Charles Schreyvogel -- E. Irving Couse -- George de Forest Brush -- William R. Leigh -- Painters of western life.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Mentor: Painters of Western Life, Vol 3, Num. 9, Serial No. 85, June 15,…" by Arthur Hoeber is a historical account of significant American painters who depict Western life, created in the early 20th century. The book highlights artists like Frederic Remington, Charles M. Russell, Charles Schreyvogel, and others who captured the essence of the American West, showcasing scenes involving cowboys, Indigenous peoples, and frontier life. Within this account, readers can expect to learn about the influences and personal histories of these artists, emphasizing their contributions to American art and culture. This issue of "The Mentor" presents a rich tapestry of narratives that illuminate the lives and works of prominent Western painters. It discusses Frederic Remington's vigorous portrayals of Indian and cowboy life, Charles M. Russell's uniquely personal connection to his subjects, Schreyvogel's rising fame through his depiction of army life, and E. Irving Couse’s intimate views of Pueblo Indian life. With detailed descriptions and anecdotes about their artistic journeys and techniques, the book provides insights into how these artists represented the spirit of the West—a vibrant and often turbulent era filled with natural beauty, fierce independence, and cultural crossings. Overall, the publication serves both as an homage to the artists and as an exploration of the themes and stories that defined Western art. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
ND: Fine Arts: Painting
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| Subject |
Painting -- United States
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| Subject |
West (U.S.) -- In art
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
50803 |
| Release Date |
Dec 31, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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