Paul Brown is the definitive book on an artist who is widely regarded as the preeminent American illustrator of equestrian subjects. Based on extensive interviews with Browns family; friends; and artistic contemporaries; Paul Brown includes a biography of the man and contains a complete listing of all the published works that include Browns art as well as listings of all of Browns prints; items sometimes attributed to Brown; and methods of identifying first editions of Paul Browns art. Although Brown is primarily known for his wonderful paintings; drawings and sketches of horses and equestrian sports; he is also well known for his elegant and prolific illustrations for Brooks Brothers catalogs over three decades.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Poetic Monuments in GraniteBy R PRIUSooelig;To view any book by Douglas Keister is to fall in love. If we were inclined to attempt to imitate his work; wed be doomed to failure. His research is impeccable and his knowledge of both society and architecture and symbolism as applied to cemetery art is impressive. Above and beyond those attributes; his photography is incredible and speaks to the heart as well as to the mind and the eye.This time around Keister does some major NYC cemeteries and also goes to Westchester County to tell the story of how metropolitan NY cemeteries have developed and have maintained their own unique character as well as their distinctive styles while drifting through time and changing tastes.While this book offers a wealth of information regarding the graves of the early movers and shakers to the more commonly known celebrities who have made NYC and the surrounding area their last and final destination; it explores the beauty of cemeteries and looks at grave style through some less publicly known monuments.Keisters possesses an inherent talent to reveal things in such a creative way through his photographs that the places you or I may have visited many times before appear unique; different; or in some cases unrecognizable. A cemetery takes on a completely different character when viewed as a long shot with the mountainous buildings of Manhattan and the East River used as a compositional counterpoint. Many people consider themselves ace photographers who know how to capture these cities of stone; but Keister has mastered it.The biographical section is extremely thorough. Since so many historical figures are covered which include titans of industry; robber barons; innovators; and even some scoundrels; there is bound to be something for everyone. I picked up a lot of new information and managed to expand on things I already knew.My only complaint re: this book is that I wanted more. That has been my complaint with each of his books. They are so good that they only make their reader want more. This book and all his other books raise the bar for cemetery art and boneyard touring. It is wonderfully bound like anything of value should be and is very reasonably priced given that it offers so much to its reader.If you have never had the opportunity to visit the cemeteries viewed through Keisters lens; you are going to want to travel to NYC.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Even better than the original Stories in StoneBy bkylnmamaThis book details my local cemeteries in a clear; concise way. Great pictures; history and explanations of the symbology of death. For those technically inclined; he even gives the GPS coordinates of each stone or mausoleum listed. Also try Forever Dixie for a southern version of the same thing.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. I wish it had more pages!By anniebThis is the second book Ive gotten by Douglas Keister; and I love this one just as much as the other; "Stories in Stone: A Field Guide to Cemetery Symbolism and Iconography". My only gripe about this book is that it isnt longer!! The gorgeous photos; interesting histories of these graceful cemeteries and their inhabitants - all combine to a wonderful; informational; treat; to read. If you appreciate architecture; history; and/or cemeteries; this book fulfills all of these. I highly recommend this book!