American Painters Of Yesterday And Today (1919)

American Painters Of Yesterday And Today is a book written by Frederic Fairchild Sherman and published in 1919. The book is a comprehensive guide to American painters from the past and present, providing readers with a detailed look at the lives and works of some of the most prominent artists in American history. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the painters of yesterday, including luminaries such as John Singleton Copley, Gilbert Stuart, and Thomas Cole. The second part of the book is devoted to contemporary painters of the time, such as John Singer Sargent, Winslow Homer, and Mary Cassatt. Throughout the book, Sherman provides insightful commentary on the styles, techniques, and influences of each artist, as well as their contributions to the development of American art. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and reproductions of the artists' works, making it an essential reference for anyone interested in American art history.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.