Martin, Simon
Drawn to Nature - Gilbert White and the Artists
- ISBN 13:
- 9781869827755
- author:
- Martin, Simon
- format:
- Hardcover
- publisher:
- Pallant House Gallery Trust
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 14 x 1.5 centimeters (0.6
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Individual Artist,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Gilbert White's Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne has inspired generations of artists, writers, and naturalists. This collection brings together joyful and beautiful images of wildlife from the 18th century to the present day, showcasing the enduring appeal of White's work. From early published depictions of birds and animals to pioneering nature photography and contemporary illustrations, this book provides a fascinating account of how artists have responded to White's message about the natural world. It includes an introduction to Gilbert White's life, essays by Virginia Woolf and Sir David Attenborough, poems by modern poets, and a jacket design by Mark Hearld. Drawn to Nature features a diverse range of wildlife illustrations, including works by Eric Ravilious, Clare Leighton, John Piper, Angie Lewin, and Emily Sutton. This book is distributed for Pallant House Gallery.
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