The Domestic and Artistic Life of John Singleton Copley is a book written by Martha Babcock Amory and published in 1882. The book is a biographical account of the life of the famous American painter, John Singleton Copley, who was born in Boston in 1738 and died in London in 1815. Amory provides a detailed description of Copley's life, from his childhood in Boston to his rise as a renowned painter in London.The book covers Copley's artistic development, including his early training in Boston, his move to London in 1774, and his subsequent success as a portrait painter. Amory also explores Copley's personal life, including his marriage to Susannah Clarke and his relationships with family and friends.Throughout the book, Amory provides insight into the social and cultural context in which Copley lived and worked. She discusses the political and economic changes of the time, as well as the development of the art world in both America and Europe.The Domestic and Artistic Life of John Singleton Copley is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this important American artist. It provides a comprehensive account of Copley's life and career, and sheds light on the social and cultural context in which he lived and worked.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.