The Eagles Nest, Ten Lectures on the Relation of Natural Science to Art, Given Before the University of Oxford in Lent Term 1872 by Ruskin, John - 1880

George Allen, London, 1891. Second Edition. Hardcover (Original Cloth). Good Condition/No Dust Jacket. 2nd Edition: (1st in small form) x, 260 pages. Pages age toned, end papers spotted, contents clean. In this collection of lectures, renowned art critic John Ruskin explored the connection between natural science and art. Drawing on examples from painting, sculpture, and architecture, Ruskin argues that a deep understanding of the natural world is essential for creating art that is truly beautiful and meaningful. John Ruskin wrote on subjects as varied as the arts, geology, architecture, myth, ornithology, literature, education, botany and political economy. He was hugely influential in the latter half of the 19th century and up to the First World War. First edition of the work in this format and binding, and/or set or series. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilogram. Category: Art & Design; Natural History & Resources. Pictures of this item not already displayed here… Read More

George Allen, 1890. Third Edition. Paper-covered Boards. Very Good.