| Author |
Desnoyers, Fernand, 1828-1869 |
| Title |
Le Salon des Refusés: Le Peinture en 1863
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif. Produced from images provided by Gallica.bnf.fr
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| Summary |
"Le Salon des Refusés: Le Peinture en 1863" by Fernand Desnoyers is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work discusses the controversial 1863 art exhibition in Paris that showcased works rejected by the official Salon jury, shedding light on the struggles of artists striving for recognition within a restrictive artistic framework. The focus is on the dynamic interplay between accepted and rejected artworks, as well as the societal implications of differing artistic standards. The opening of the book sets the stage for a critical exploration of the Exhibition of the Refused, revealing the frustrations and ambitions of artists who were denied entry to the Official Salon. It outlines the chaotic atmosphere among painters leading up to the exhibition, highlighting their debate over submission and self-acceptance. As the Emperor intervenes to allow these rejected works to be displayed, the narrative delves into the themes of artistic rebellion and the quest for validation, emphasizing how even mediocre works garner public interest, while the ruling juries remain out of touch with contemporary artistic innovation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
ND: Fine Arts: Painting
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| Subject |
Salon des refusés
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| Subject |
Painting, French -- Exhibitions
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| Subject |
Painting, French -- France -- Paris -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16758 |
| Release Date |
Sep 26, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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