Excerpt from Sears Gallagher's Etchings of Boston: With Notes on the Man and a Complete List of His Etched Work
But there were yet others who felt that since there was no denying the fact that this man was an artist of deservedly high standing and of international fame, there might be some truth in what he said. Cruel as was the wound, might it not be the faithful wound of a friend, administered to produce reaction? If Boston were beautiful, and picturesque, and inspiring what proof was forthcoming? What paintings, litho graphs or etchings of the city could be shown to refute his charges? Frankly, there were few worth mentioning - for this all happened a number of years ago. Since that time, however, whether or not be cause of the adverse criticism I cannot say, some interesting prints of Boston have appeared.
And now comes Sears Gallagher, erstwhile clever Q wifiuliwater-colorist, with a portfolio of delightful etchings of Boston. The event prompts one critic to rise and remark with a quiet emphasis that carries conviction, No artist has done more to give the lie to Joseph Pennell's well advertised dictum about Boston than Mr. Gallagher. 80 say we all. Fortunately, Gallagher had made up his mind about the fruitful possibilities of Boston as a sketching ground before Pennell had pointed out its barrenness. As there was no concerted effort to make Boston over, Gallagher continued to sketch the old city as he found her, and as he loved her. His feeling for the ancient landmarks is as natural to him as is his talent for drawing, perhaps because of his descent from a long line of 'pilgrim ancestors - Governor William Bradford among them.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of Sears Gallagher, a Bostonian artist who devoted his career to capturing the city's unique character in his etchings. The author delves into Gallagherââ â¢s life and artistic journey, revealing a family deeply rooted in Boston's history, and exploring how Gallagher's artistic development was shaped by the cityââ â¢s architecture, waterfronts, and changing social landscape. The book examines Gallagher's meticulous approach to etching, highlighting his passion for detail and his ability to convey both the grandeur and intimate charm of Boston's streets and buildings. The author weaves together biographical details, artistic critiques, and insightful observations to paint a vivid portrait of Gallagherââ â¢s creative process and the evolution of his work. He highlights the critical reception of Gallagher's etchings, placing them within the broader context of the American etching movement of the early 20th century. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of an artist who dedicated himself to chronicling the beauty of his beloved city, contributing significantly to the artistic legacy of Boston. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781334545368_0
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