Reminiscences of Charles West Cope (1891)

Reminiscences of Charles West Cope is a memoir written by the Victorian-era artist Charles Henry Cope in 1891. The book is a first-hand account of Cope's life and career, detailing his experiences as a painter and illustrator during the 19th century. Cope was a prominent member of the Royal Academy of Arts and his memoirs offer a unique glimpse into the artistic and cultural milieu of his time. He discusses his education, his travels, and his relationships with other artists, including William Holman Hunt, John Everett Millais, and Dante Gabriel Rossetti. The book also includes detailed descriptions of Cope's artistic process, including his methods for painting portraits and historical scenes. He offers insights into the challenges and joys of being an artist during the Victorian era, and his memoirs provide a valuable historical perspective on the art world of the time.Overall, Reminiscences of Charles West Cope is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history of art and culture in 19th century England.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.