Ruskin Relics

Name: Ruskin Relics
Author: W. G. Collingwood

By W. G. Collingwood

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A collection of essays examines personal objects, rooms, and projects linked to John Ruskin, using relics and anecdotes to sketch his habits, tastes, and methods. Chapters focus on his study and favourite chair, the small boat called the Jump, gardens and the old road, account books, an effigy known as Ilaria, maps and drawings, handwriting, music, jewels, library, Bibles, and the Isola. Close descriptions of artifacts, archival notes, and reproduced illustrations combine biography, material culture, and critical commentary to illuminate his working life and aesthetic concerns.

About the Author

W. G. Collingwood

W. G. Collingwood was an English author and scholar, recognized for his contributions to the study of art and literature. He is particularly known for his works on John Ruskin, a prominent Victorian art critic and social thinker. Collingwood's notable titles include "The Life of John Ruskin," which offers insights into Ruskin's life and philosophy, and "Ruskin Relics," which explores the legacy of Ruskin's work. Additionally, his book "The Book of Coniston" reflects his deep connection to the Lake District, where he lived and worked. Through his writings, Collingwood has contributed to the understanding of art and its cultural significance.