Penulis: Eugénie Hamerton

Philip Gilbert Hamerton was a distinguished English artist, art critic, and writer, renowned for his insightful engagement with art and literature. Born on September 10, 1834, in Laneside, a suburb of Shaw and Crompton, Lancashire, Hamerton”s formative years were marked by a deepening appreciation for the visual arts which later came to shape his professional pursuits. Known for his prolific literary output, Hamerton”s most notable works include “Painting in France, After the Decline of Classicism” (1869), “The Intellectual Life” (1873), and “The Life of J.M.W. Turner” (1879), bespeaking the breadth of his interests and expertise. His writings often intertwined themes of art, philosophy, and personal experience, forming a distinctive literary style that combined scholarly analysis with introspective reflection. Hamerton”s books not only showcase his erudition but also reflect a life dedicated to the pursuit of artistic and intellectual growth. His influence extended beyond the page; he edited the fine arts journal “The Portfolio: An Artistic Periodical” from 1870 to 1894, further cementing his status as an eminent figure in the Victorian art world. Hamerton passed away on November 4, 1894, leaving behind a legacy of thoughtful contemplation on aesthetics and creativity that continues to resonate with readers and scholars.