Author : John Galt
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781503376212
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)
Book Synopsis The Life, Studies, and Works of Benjamin West, Esq by : John Galt
Download or read book The Life, Studies, and Works of Benjamin West, Esq written by John Galt and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-12-09 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[...]Drawings of the Schoolboys.--Anecdote relative to Wayne.--Anecdote relative to Mr. Flower.--Anecdote relative to Mr. Ross.--Anecdote of Mr. Henry.--The Artist's first Historical Picture.--Origin of his Acquaintance with Dr. Smith of Philadelphia.--The friendship of Dr. Smith, and the character of the early companions of West.--Anecdote of General Washington. Chap. III. The course of instruction adopted by Provost Smith.--The Artist led to the discovery of the Camera.--His Father becomes anxious to place him in business.--Extraordinary proceedings of the Quakers in consequence.--The Speech of Williamson the Preacher in defence of the Fine Arts.--Magnanimous Resolution of the [...]".