Modern Painters Volume 1 is a book written by the famous art critic and social thinker John Ruskin. Published in 1843, it is a comprehensive study of the art of painting and the artists of the time. The book is divided into five parts, each dealing with a different aspect of painting. The first part is an introduction to the book and the author's views on art. The second part is a discussion of the principles of art, including color, composition, and perspective. The third part is a critique of the work of contemporary artists, including Turner, Constable, and others. The fourth part is an analysis of the works of the old masters, including Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto. The fifth and final part is a discussion of the role of the artist in society and the importance of art in human life. Throughout the book, Ruskin argues that art should be a reflection of the natural world and that artists should strive to capture the beauty and truth of nature in their work. He also emphasizes the importance of morality and social responsibility in art. Modern Painters Volume 1 is a seminal work in the history of art criticism and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of painting and the art of the 19th century.1906. In Five Volumes. Ruskin, the greatest Victorian bar Victoria, was an artist, scientist, poet, environmentalist, philosopher, and the preeminent art critic of his time. The Modern Painters is an extensive set that combines essays on the philosophy of art with critical analysis of the works of several late nineteenth century artists. They cover many aspects of artistic ability and theory including the nature of ideas conveyed in art and notions of beauty and style. The Contents of this volume are divided into the following parts: Part I. Of General Principles. Section I. Of the Nature of the Ideas Conveyable by Art and Section II. Of Power. Part II. Of Truth. Section I. General Principles Respecting Ideas of Truth; Section II. Of General Truths; and Section III. Of Truth of Skies. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.