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William Rimmer, a Yankee Michelangelo

William Rimmer, a Yankee Michelangelo

ArtBiography
Pages
118
Published
1985
Language
English

Synopsis

This book offers the first dedicated study of William Rimmer since 1946, presenting new insights into the life and work of this important 19th-century American artist. Despite his recognized significance, Rimmer has remained an elusive figure within art history. This volume reestablishes the details of his career and reconsiders the artistic quality of his major works for an educated audience.

Prose complexity
7/10

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InformativeIntellectualReflective

Genres

Art Biography

Authors

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Jeffrey Weidman

Jeffrey Weidman is an art historian known for his detailed studies of American artists. His book, William Rimmer, a Yankee Michelangelo, examines the life and work of the nineteenth-century sculptor and painter.

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Neil Harris

Neil Harris is the author of "Designing Disney's theme parks," a book that takes readers behind the scenes of how these iconic destinations were imagined and built. He writes about the history and creative process behind Disney's unique designs.

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Philip Cash

Philip Cash writes about art history. He is known for his book, "William Rimmer, a Yankee Michelangelo."

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William Rimmer

William Rimmer was an American artist and physician. His work explored anatomy and art, as seen in his book, William Rimmer, a Yankee Michelangelo.