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ACCLAIMED WINNER OF THE JAMES TAIT BLACK BIOGRAPHY AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE RATHBONES FOLIO PRIZE LONGLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD NON-FICTION PRIZE Recognised as a Herald Book of the Year
In 1845, John Snare, a bookseller from Reading, stumbled upon a grime-covered portrait of a prince at an auction in the countryside. Believing it might be an undiscovered Velázquez, he purchased the painting and embarked on an extraordinary journey to uncover its mysterious past—a quest that would ultimately lead him from acclaim to downfall and exile.
Laura Cumming's "The Vanishing Man: In Pursuit of Velazquez" masterfully blends investigative techniques with biographical storytelling, exploring how great artworks can profoundly impact us, sometimes to the point of obsession. As Cumming traces Snare's footsteps, she makes an unexpected revelation of her own. However, at its heart, this book is a poignant and impassioned tribute to the Spanish master Velázquez, offering readers an unprecedented insight into the creation and appreciation of his magnificent works.
Book ISBN: | 9780099587040 |
Book Author: | Laura Cumming |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Vintage |
Book Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Book Dimensions: | 196 x 133 x 22 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2017-05-01 |
Book Pagination: | 320 pages |
Book Weight: | 282g |
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