{"title":"Simon Kelly","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Simon Kelly, a distinguished author renowned for his insightful contributions to the Arts \u0026amp; Culture domain. With a particular focus on art history, Simon Kelly's works delve into the nuances and influences that shape the artistic landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eMillet\u003c\/em\u003e, a fascinating exploration of the life and oeuvre of the 19th-century French artist Jean-François Millet. This book offers readers a deep dive into Millet's contributions to the art world, examining his innovative techniques and the profound impact his work has had on contemporary and future art movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSimon Kelly presents an engaging narrative that is both educational and accessible, making complex art concepts understandable to a wide readership. His passion for art history and culture resonates through his writings, providing readers with a richer understanding of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the rich tapestry of art with Simon Kelly's expertly crafted books, where each page offers a new insight into the world of creativity and expression.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"millet-by-sarah-herring-9781857097382","title":"Millet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis publication reintroduces the artist Jean-François Millet to a contemporary audience while considering his profound influence on British painting.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most famous artists of the late nineteenth century, Millet has not been the subject of a publication in the UK since the 1970s. Accompanying a focused exhibition at the National Gallery, this book examines important aspects of his work, including his artistic practice, his use of models, his method of painting from memory, and depictions of women at work on the land. These are also discussed, particularly their tasks in relation to those of male labourers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA following text considers Millet’s most celebrated painting, \u003cem\u003eThe Angelus\u003c\/em\u003e, the critical response to it in France, and its legacy. The final essay concentrates on Millet in Britain, exploring his popularity among collectors in the late nineteenth century, and his relationships with them and other artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublished by National Gallery Global\/Distributed by Yale University Press\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe National Gallery, London\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 7 August – 19 October 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46792249639148,"sku":"9781857097382","price":40.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/c4ccad1892f8fec1aff33d80f13537d3.jpg?v=1757060527"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/simon-kelly.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}