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This is the definitive account of the life and work of Edward Seago (1910-1974), the highly popular, versatile and talented British painter whose work was inspired by John Sell Cotman, John Constable and Alfred Munnings.
Over 200 colour reproductions are complemented by an engaging text which highlights important periods, episodes and acquaintances from Seago's life and career. Full of anecdotes, sketches and quotations from the artist's books and correspondence, the author provides a vivid impression of Seago's character which helps inform discussion of the outstanding imagery which he created.
Including important examples of works from all stages of Seago's career, this book reproduces beautiful landscapes, vibrant circus images, dramatic seascapes and paintings inspired by the artist's travels aboard. A true celebration of a powerful body of 20th-century British painting, Edward Seago will be an invaluable addition to the libraries of collectors, dealers and enthusiasts alike.
Over 200 colour reproductions are complemented by an engaging text which highlights important periods, episodes and acquaintances from Seago's life and career. Full of anecdotes, sketches and quotations from the artist's books and correspondence, the author provides a vivid impression of Seago's character which helps inform discussion of the outstanding imagery which he created.
Including important examples of works from all stages of Seago's career, this book reproduces beautiful landscapes, vibrant circus images, dramatic seascapes and paintings inspired by the artist's travels aboard. A true celebration of a powerful body of 20th-century British painting, Edward Seago will be an invaluable addition to the libraries of collectors, dealers and enthusiasts alike.
Price: £45.00
Publisher: Lund Humphries Publishers Ltd
Imprint: Lund Humphries Publishers Ltd
Publication Date:
04 June 2014
Trim Size: 10.62 X 9.75 in
ISBN: 9781848221475
Format: Hardcover
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‘a sumptuous volume that covers the totality of Seago’s life and work in context’ The Artist
James Russell is a passionate advocate of 20th-century British painting and design. His books include the popular four-volume series Ravilious in Pictures and Paul Nash in Pictures: Landscape and Dream.
Contents: Foreword, His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales; Preface; 1. Beginnings; 2. Circus; 3. Country scenes and ballerinas; 4. An artist at war; 5. An East Anglian painter; 6. Painter to Royalty; 7. A master craftsman; 8. A travelling artist; 9. Three inspiring places: Venice, Antarctica, Hong Kong; 10. Queue here for Seago; Acknowledgements, Bibliography, Endnotes, Index.