Life of Sir Joshua Reynolds, Ll.D., F.R.S., F.S.A., etc., Late President of the Royal Academy: Volume 2

Discover the remarkable life of Sir Joshua Reynolds through the insightful lens of his pupil, James Northcote. In "Life of Sir Joshua Reynolds, Ll.D., F.R.S., F.S.A., etc., Late President of the Royal Academy: Volume 2," published by Cambridge University Press in 2014, Northcote delves into the later years of Reynolds' illustrious career. This second volume, part of a two-volume biography originally published between 1813 and 1815, offers a captivating exploration of Reynolds' artistic legacy, including a detailed account of his elaborate funeral and a variety of assessments of his significant contributions to art. With 378 pages of rich historical context, this paperback edition is an essential read for art enthusiasts and scholars alike. Immerse yourself in the life and works of one of the most influential figures in British art history.