{"product_id":"little-journeys-to-the-homes-of-eminent-painters-book-two-by-elbert-hubbard-1912-miriam-edition","title":"Little Journeys to the Homes of Eminent Painters: Book Two by Elbert Hubbard (1912), Miriam Edition","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep into the lives of six remarkable painters with this beautifully crafted volume from the Arts and Crafts movement, a work as artistic as the stories it tells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSummary:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLittle Journeys to the Homes of Eminent Painters: Book Two\u003c\/em\u003e by Elbert Hubbard offers readers an intimate look into the lives and legacies of six iconic artists: Fortuny, Ary Scheffer, Francois Miller, Joshua Reynolds, Landseer, and Gustave Doré—Hubbard’s engaging narrative weaves biographical details, childhood anecdotes, and accounts of their artistic triumphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is a work of art, printed on watermarked Roycroft paper with gilt-stamped details and woodcut designs that reflect Hubbard’s dedication to the Arts and Crafts ethos. This 1912 Miriam Edition is a rare collectible, providing fascinating stories and a glimpse into the craftsmanship of the Roycroft movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLittle Journeys to the Homes of Eminent Painters: Book Two\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elbert Hubbard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arts and Crafts, Biography, Art History\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1912\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roycroft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 148\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 x 6 x 0.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear on the cover; pencil writing on a page (see photos for details).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix leaves of plates featuring portraits of the artists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGilt-stamped spine and cover title within a decorative medallion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop page edges gilt, light grey ribbon bookmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted on watermarked Roycroft paper with woodcut borders and initials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author: Elbert Hubbard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElbert Hubbard (1856–1915) was a philosopher, writer, and founder of the Roycroft movement. He championed the Arts and Crafts ideal of beauty and craftsmanship in everyday objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for his outspoken beliefs in anarchism and mental and spiritual freedom, Hubbard’s works often challenged societal norms. He and his wife tragically perished aboard the \u003cem\u003eLusitania\u003c\/em\u003e, cementing his legacy as a complex and influential figure in American literature and art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Testament to Art and Craftsmanship\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1912 Miriam Edition is more than a book—it’s a collector’s item that bridges art, biography, and the enduring beauty of Roycroft craftsmanship. Whether captivated by eminent painters' stories or fascinated by the Arts and Crafts movement, this volume is a stunning addition to any library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved. 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