George Caleb Bingham: The Missouri Artist (1917) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436857529)

George Caleb Bingham: The Missouri Artist is a book written by Fern Helen Rusk and published in 1917. The book is a biography of the American artist George Caleb Bingham, who was known for his paintings depicting everyday life in Missouri during the mid-19th century. The book provides a comprehensive look into Bingham's life, from his childhood in Virginia to his move to Missouri and his rise to fame as an artist. It explores Bingham's artistic style, as well as his political career and his role in shaping the cultural landscape of Missouri. Rusk's writing is detailed and engaging, providing readers with a vivid picture of Bingham's life and work. The book also includes numerous illustrations of Bingham's paintings, allowing readers to see firsthand the beauty and complexity of his art. Overall, George Caleb Bingham: The Missouri Artist is a must-read for anyone interested in American art and history, as well as those who want to learn more about one of Missouri's most famous and influential artists.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.

Author: Fern Helen Rusk
ISBN-10: 143685752X
ISBN-13: 9781436857529
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 204
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.43d