Greuze the Draftsman

Rating:
Summary: AN ADMIRABLE WORK
Review: Although the French philosopher, Diderot, wrote of Jean-Baptiste Greuze, "this man draws like an angel," the philosopher also had a few words to say about Greuze's marriage, noting that when the couple talked it was like a Punch and Judy show as blows were returned "with a skill which makes his companion even more malicious."

While it may have been that Greuze was a confrontational spouse, there is no doubt that he is one of the greatest artists of 18th century France and a draftsman par excellence as is revealed in Edgar Munhall's superior "Greuze the Draftsman."

Boasting 350 illustrations, over 100 in color, this sumptuous volume presents a comprehensive view of Greuze's output. The panorama of drawings is found in a variety of media, pen and ink, brush with tinted washes and watercolours, red chalk, and pastels. It is a veritable banquet for art lovers.

Accompanying texts highlight the importance of each work as well as conveying information regarding provenance and technique.

"Greuze the Draftsman" is an admirable addition to the collections of art devotees.

- Gail Cooke

Rating:
Summary: AN ADMIRABLE WORK
Review: Although the French philosopher, Diderot, wrote of Jean-Baptiste Greuze, "this man draws like an angel," the philosopher also had a few words to say about Greuze's marriage, noting that when the couple talked it was like a Punch and Judy show as blows were returned "with a skill which makes his companion even more malicious."

While it may have been that Greuze was a confrontational spouse, there is no doubt that he is one of the greatest artists of 18th century France and a draftsman par excellence as is revealed in Edgar Munhall's superior "Greuze the Draftsman."

Boasting 350 illustrations, over 100 in color, this sumptuous volume presents a comprehensive view of Greuze's output. The panorama of drawings is found in a variety of media, pen and ink, brush with tinted washes and watercolours, red chalk, and pastels. It is a veritable banquet for art lovers.

Accompanying texts highlight the importance of each work as well as conveying information regarding provenance and technique.

"Greuze the Draftsman" is an admirable addition to the collections of art devotees.

- Gail Cooke

Rating:
Summary: great book of draftsmanship
Review: I'm a student taking art classes, and this book was HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by my drawing teacher. Real drawing skills, or draftmanship, is sadly a lost art. Very few art teachers (even those teaching in universities) could draw realistically, let alone draw well. Therefore this book is a MUST for the serious students who wish to study/perfect his skills.

Rating:
Summary: great book of draftsmanship
Review: I'm a student taking art classes, and this book was HIGHLY RECOMMENDED by my drawing teacher. Real drawing skills, or draftmanship, is sadly a lost art. Very few art teachers (even those teaching in universities) could draw realistically, let alone draw well. Therefore this book is a MUST for the serious students who wish to study/perfect his skills.