The Life of Sir David Wilkie: With His Journals, Tours and Critical Remarks on Works of Art; And a Selection from His Correspondence V3 (Cambridge Library Collection - Art and Architecture, Volume 2)

by Allan Cunningham

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Sir David Wilkie (1785-1841) is often called the first truly international British artist. This three-volume biography, published in 1843, two years after Wilkie's sudden death while on a tour of the Mediterranean, and containing extracts from his journals and letters, remains an indispensable source for his life and works. Born in Scotland, Wilkie became a student at the Royal Academy in 1805, and in the following years the uncompromising realism of his scenes from rural life made his name known and attracted royal patronage: he was appointed 'the King's Limner in Scotland' by George IV. This work was compiled by his friend, the poet and critic Allan Cunningham (1784-1842), who himself died shortly after correcting the proofs: it was seen through the press by his son. Volume 2 follows Wilkie's life from 1817 to his extended study tour of Europe in 1828.
  • ISBN10 1169977839
  • ISBN13 9781169977839
  • Publish Date 7 August 2014 (first published 10 September 2010)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Imprint Literary Licensing, LLC
  • Format Paperback (US Trade)
  • Pages 538
  • Language English