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J. W. Waterhouse (0000) Paperback – April 29, 2011

French Edition by Peter Trippi (Author)
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"John William Waterhouse (1849-1917) is among the most popular Victorian artists, and many of his paintings have become icons of femininity recognized the world over. With their glowing colour, compelling composition and Impressionist-inflected technique, these paintings are admired for their beauty, yet at the same time have the power to transport viewers into a romantic world of myth and legend." "Waterhouse's art reflects not only his distinctive ideal of female beauty, but also a lifelong fascination with the Romantic and Symbolist themes of passion, magic and transformation - spiritual, erotic and physical. These themes also reflect the complex and ambivalent attitudes of his age. Peter Trippi presents a new analysis of Waterhouse's enchantresses, martyrs and nymphs, at the same time presenting a fresh and thoroughly researched review of this surprisingly enigmatic artist's life and the circumstances in which he painted." Like other Victorian artists, Waterhouse was neglected through much of the twentieth century, but today he is acknowledged as a crucial inheritor of the Pre-Raphaelite legacy. Peter Trippi's monograph provides a timely re-evaluation that combines a close reading of Waterhouse's imagery with a new appraisal of his unique and enduring qualities.
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  1. Language
    French
  2. Publisher
    PHAIDON FRANCE
  3. Publication date
    April 29, 2011
  4. Dimensions
    9.84 x 0.98 x 11.42 inches
  5. ISBN-10
    0714862371
  6. ISBN-13
    978-0714862378
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ PHAIDON FRANCE (April 29, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ French
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0714862371
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0714862378
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.44 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.84 x 0.98 x 11.42 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 33 ratings

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Julie Norman
5.0 out of 5 stars Wealth of information
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2006
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This is the most complete book on Waterhouse I've come across yet. When researching this artist, I was surprised to find that there were very few books written just about Waterhouse. Without this book, it would have been very hard to research him at all.

The book is laid out beautifully so that even if you never read the whole thing, you can enjoy it. The paintings are displayed in full color and many of them cover a whole page. Sketches and other art by Waterhouse's contemporaries as well as art that he was inspired by are also included.

The book is laid out like an illustrated biography. Starting from birth to death, Trippi shows Waterhouse's life by his paintings and sketches since very few written documents of his life survive. Each chapter shows an era in his life and how he changed over the years by style and technique. Trippi explains much of the background of the paintings and mentions artwork still missing as well as other mysteries of Waterhouse's life. This is skillfully told including all the elements you want when getting to know an artist; his life, color pictures, inspirations, contemporaries, techniques and more.

I loved reading through this and at the end felt a heightened respect for the artist. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to know more about Waterhouse.
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James M
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent playes and rich text
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2021
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Very good compilation, and comparison to like works by other great artists. Good historical biography and insights.
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karl unitt
5.0 out of 5 stars Assesses artist's career via painted works
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2021
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I wished to explore this style of work for it's technical and narrative aspects, via exemplars of such in the era of this tradition.
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T. Williamson
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book on Waterhouse!
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2003
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If you have any interest into the life and work of J.W.Waterhouse this is a fantastic book - the pictures are simply stunning and the author has an obvious love for the subject - I was very pleased with the book and would encourage anyone to purchase it. :)
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Fred Germano
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2021
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Great Book! Fast & Honest. A+++
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Buenoslibros.es
5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous!
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2005
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The hardback edition of this book is a gorgeous thing to have. Fact and works are all there beautifully arranged. Whether you love or not Waterhouse's works this is a must have book to any book shelf.

I was inclined to buy it following the path of excellent reviews at Amazon.com and I am not disappointed.

I love boks on painting that give a good balance between the artists' lives and their works, which is something not so common as you would think it should be.

Have it.
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JI WON
5.0 out of 5 stars VISUAL INTOXICATION
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2002
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This is the best book on the works of John William Waterhouse to date. From Waterhouse's early works to his decline in popularity after World War 1 to his rediscovery, everything you wanted to know about his works and the man himself. Also his master works like Saint Cecilia, Hylas and the Nymphs and many others are presented in wonderful color to take your breath away. If that wasn't enough some addition works from Rossetti, Burn-Jones and Millais and other Victorian era artists are also featured here. This the ultimate book for lovers of Waterhouse's art works.
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MJ
5.0 out of 5 stars Romantic
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2014
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One of my favorite painters. There is just something so intensely romantic about his work, and that of the Pre-Raphaelites in general. JW Waterhouse seems to convey a certain deep yearning that is intrinsic to great poetry, mythology and literature. I have a special love for poetry and his paintings are a kind of visual poetry.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The definitive work on the art of JW Waterhouse
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 5, 2023
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A chunky hardback book with sublime reproductions of his major works; full details/information about the classical representations involved; a perspective (influences/thinking) on the art scene during Victorian times and of his various peers; with contemporaneous critical opinion of the work as it appeared in exhibitions at the time; and, how JWW's work gradually went out of fashion. The epilogue brings us up to date with more recent opinions, prices and perspective. Peter Trippi has truly delivered a marvellous book which has added to our knowledge and understanding of the artist.
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le c.
5.0 out of 5 stars magnifique
Reviewed in France on July 16, 2021
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magnifique livre,envoi rapide et soigné
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Lee Mansfield
5.0 out of 5 stars Work of Art.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 1, 2016
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Any lover of the paintings of J.W. Waterhouse should buy this book. It has a very clear and interesting text with beautiful colour illustrations of many of Waterhouse's paintings. The design of this book is a work of art in its own right.
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Lydie D
5.0 out of 5 stars Bel ouvrage d'art
Reviewed in France on September 22, 2010
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Voici un bel oubrage d'art que j'ai acheté car vendu soldé ce qui diminuait son prix de moitié mais pas sa qualité. Les illustrations sont magnifiques. Le texte est très documenté et très pointu. Je n'ai fait que le survoler car il est toujours possible de revenir chercher un détail d'où l'avantage d'avoir de tels livres chez soi. C'est un grand plaisir de regarder les reproductions des oeuvres de Waterhouse, peintre anglais très figuratif, doté d'un immense talent dans le genre. J'aime la peinture et n'ai pas d'idée préconçue. Je fuis tout ce que je trouve laid mais j'aime tout ce que je trouve beau et c'est le cas ici.
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GreenKing
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE IT!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2015
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Love love love this book! Over the moon. Thank you Amazon!!
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