Fifteen Discourses Delivered In The Royal Academy (1906)

''Fifteen Discourses Delivered In The Royal Academy'' is a book written by Joshua Reynolds and published in 1906. The book is a collection of fifteen lectures that Reynolds delivered at the Royal Academy between 1769 and 1790. Reynolds was a prominent English painter and the first president of the Royal Academy of Arts. In these lectures, he discusses various aspects of art, including the principles of composition, the importance of drawing, the use of color, and the role of imagination in art. He also offers advice to young artists on how to improve their skills and achieve success in their careers.The book is considered a classic in the field of art history and is widely studied by students and scholars of art. It provides valuable insights into the artistic practices and theories of the 18th century, as well as the social and cultural context in which they were developed. Overall, ''Fifteen Discourses Delivered In The Royal Academy'' is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and the development of artistic theory and practice in England during the 18th century.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.