"The Late Works of J. M. W. Turner" by Sam Smiles

The Late Works of J. M. W. Turner The Artist and his Critics Sam Smiles

Series:
The Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art
Format:
Hardback
Publication date:
27 Oct 2020
ISBN:
9781913107161
Imprint:
Paul Mellon Centre BA
Dimensions:
312 pages: 267 x 216mm
Illustrations:
160 color + b-w illus.
Sales territories:
World

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An exploration of Turner’s final, vital years, including new readings of some of his most significant paintings

The paintings and drawings Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775–1851) produced from 1835 to his death are seen by many as his most audacious and compelling work, a highly personal final vision that ranks with the late styles of the greatest artists. In this study, Sam Smiles shows how a richer account of Turner’s achievement can be presented once his historical circumstances are given proper attention. He discusses the style and subject matter of Turner’s later oil paintings and watercolours, his commercial dealings and his relations with patrons; he examines the artist’s critical reception and scrutinises accounts of his physical and mental health to see what can be reliably said about this last phase of creative endeavour. Emerging from this study is an artist who used his final years to consolidate the principles that had motivated him throughout his career.

Sam Smiles is honorary professor at the University of Exeter.

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