{"title":"Leslie Primo","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the thought-provoking works of Leslie Primo, an eminent figure in the realm of arts and culture. Known for his meticulous research and captivating storytelling, Primo offers insightful perspectives on art history, particularly focusing on influences and narratives often overlooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis notable work, \u003cem\u003eThe Foreign Invention of British Art\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the fascinating intersections of different cultures shaping British art. Through Primo's engaging examination, readers gain a deeper understanding of how foreign influences have significantly contributed to the development of British artistic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you browse through this collection, expect an enriching journey that illuminates the diverse and interconnected nature of art history, guided by Leslie Primo's expertise and passion.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-foreign-invention-of-british-art-by-leslie-primo-9780500024010","title":"The Foreign Invention of British Art","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA timely history of immigration, integration and national identity that reveals the true heritage behind some of the nation's defining artworks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo truly understand British art is to recognise the pivotal contributions of the many foreign artists who have called Britain home. Traditional narratives have long obscured foreign influence, but this radical study challenges the notion of an exceptional or exclusive British culture, and in so doing, rewrites the history of Renaissance and Enlightenment-era art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBroadcaster and lecturer Leslie Primo expertly places art history in the wider political contexts of xenophobia and influence, addressing both foreign artists working in Britain and British-born artists affected by foreign cultures. From Hans Holbein to Artemisia Gentileschi, from William Hogarth to Angelica Kauffman, familiar masters and lesser-known creators are situated within the multiculturalism inherent to, yet commonly dismissed by, the art world at this time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWeaving together artists' experiences of both acclaim and adversity, \u003cem\u003eThe Foreign Invention of British Art\u003c\/em\u003e not only demonstrates how immigration and diversification are so often the driving force behind creative innovation but also reveals the true heritage behind some of the nation's defining artworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47082794189036,"sku":"9780500024010","price":64.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/c296dda45cdc57dc6c6d1bc18dc4e261.jpg?v=1765311675"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/leslie-primo.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}