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Johan Zoffany RA: Society Observed
Martin Postle
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Description for Johan Zoffany RA: Society Observed
Hardback. The 18th-century painter Johan Zoffany (1733-1810) was an astute observer of the many social circles in which he functioned as an artist. This catalogue investigates his sharp wit, shrewd political appraisal, and perceptive social commentary - all achieved while presenting his subjects as delightful and sophisticated members of polite society. Series: Yale Center for British Art. Num Pages: 320 pages, 225 colour images + 5 black-&-white illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JF; ACQ; AGB; AGH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 296 x 247 x 29. Weight in Grams: 2076.
The 18th-century painter Johan Zoffany (1733-1810) was an astute observer of the many social circles in which he functioned as an artist over the course of his long career. This catalogue investigates his sharp wit, shrewd political appraisal, and perceptive social commentary (including subtle allusions to illicit relationships)-all achieved while presenting his subjects as delightful and sophisticated members of polite society. A skilled networker, Zoffany established himself at the court of George III and Queen Charlotte soon after his arrival in England from his native Germany. At the same time, he befriended the leading actor ... Read more
The 18th-century painter Johan Zoffany (1733-1810) was an astute observer of the many social circles in which he functioned as an artist over the course of his long career. This catalogue investigates his sharp wit, shrewd political appraisal, and perceptive social commentary (including subtle allusions to illicit relationships)-all achieved while presenting his subjects as delightful and sophisticated members of polite society. A skilled networker, Zoffany established himself at the court of George III and Queen Charlotte soon after his arrival in England from his native Germany. At the same time, he befriended the leading actor ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Yale University Press United States
Number of pages
320
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Series
Yale Center for British Art
Condition
New
Weight
2076g
Number of Pages
320
Place of Publication
, United States
ISBN
9780300176049
SKU
V9780300176049
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About Martin Postle
Martin Postle is assistant director for academic activities at the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art. He was formerly a curator at Tate Britain.
Reviews for Johan Zoffany RA: Society Observed
Shortlisted for the William M. B. Berger Prize for British History, as given by the Berger Collection Educational Trust and The British Art Journal
William M. B. Berger Prize
Berger Collection Educational Trust and The British Art Journal
William M. B. Berger Prize
Berger Collection Educational Trust and The British Art Journal