George Engleheart, 1750-1829 : Miniature Painter To George III (1902) (Paperback)

George Engleheart, 1750-1829: Miniature Painter to George III is a book written by George Charles Williamson and published in 1902. The book is a biography of George Engleheart, a prominent miniature painter who lived in England during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Engleheart was known for his portraits of members of the royal family, including King George III, as well as other prominent figures of the time.The book provides a detailed account of Engleheart's life and career, including his early training as an artist and his rise to prominence as a portrait painter. It also includes a discussion of his techniques and the materials he used, as well as a survey of his most important works.In addition to its biographical and art historical content, the book also offers insight into the social and cultural context of Engleheart's time. It discusses the role of miniature painting in the broader art world of the period, as well as the political and cultural events that shaped the world in which Engleheart lived and worked.Overall, George Engleheart, 1750-1829: Miniature Painter to George III is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art, portraiture, or the social and cultural history of late 18th and early 19th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.