The Aesthetic Movement in England (1882) is a book written by Walter Hamilton, which provides an in-depth analysis of the Aesthetic Movement that emerged in England during the late 19th century. The book explores the various aspects of this movement, including its origins, key players, and the impact it had on art, literature, and design.The Aesthetic Movement was a cultural movement that emerged in Britain during the 1870s and 1880s. It was characterized by a focus on beauty and aesthetics, as well as a rejection of the ...
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The Aesthetic Movement in England (1882) is a book written by Walter Hamilton, which provides an in-depth analysis of the Aesthetic Movement that emerged in England during the late 19th century. The book explores the various aspects of this movement, including its origins, key players, and the impact it had on art, literature, and design.The Aesthetic Movement was a cultural movement that emerged in Britain during the 1870s and 1880s. It was characterized by a focus on beauty and aesthetics, as well as a rejection of the traditional Victorian values of morality and social responsibility. The movement was heavily influenced by the ideas of the French philosopher Charles Baudelaire and the English poet and critic Walter Pater.In his book, Hamilton provides a comprehensive overview of the Aesthetic Movement, tracing its roots back to the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood and the Arts and Crafts Movement. He examines the work of key figures such as Oscar Wilde, James McNeill Whistler, and Aubrey Beardsley, and explores how their ideas and aesthetics influenced the broader cultural landscape of the time.Hamilton also discusses the impact of the Aesthetic Movement on various art forms, including painting, sculpture, literature, and design. He examines the movement's influence on the decorative arts, particularly in the area of interior design, and explores how it helped to shape the development of modernism in the 20th century.Overall, The Aesthetic Movement in England (1882) is a fascinating and insightful exploration of one of the most important cultural movements of the late 19th century. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art, literature, and design, as well as those interested in the broader cultural and social trends of the Victorian era.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.
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