Lectures on Landscape

＂Lectures on Landscape,＂ delivered at Oxford in Lent Term, 1871, presents John Ruskin’s influential art theory and criticism concerning landscape painting. A cornerstone of 19th-century art thought, Ruskin’s lectures explore the principles and techniques underpinning great landscape art. Diving into the subject of landscape itself, Ruskin examines what makes particular scenes worthy of artistic representation.

This enduring work remains essential reading for anyone interested in art history, art criticism, and the practice of landscape painting. Ruskin’s sharp observations and eloquent prose offer profound insights into the aesthetics of visual representation and the appreciation of nature in art. Explore Ruskin’s perspective and enrich your understanding of art through this classic text.

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