ABSTRACT

I. Publication of "Modern Painters", III, IV and V: the basis of its philosophy: the foundations of art criticism. 3. Consistency of the work: the criterion of true art: ποΙησΙς—the faculty to create, to "do": necessity for consciousness and will: great art implies great understanding. 4. Reception of the book: George Eliot's praise: Lady Eastlake's strictures: approval of the press. 5. Philosophy and practice: Smetham's enthusiasm and disillusionment. 6. Farewell to Turner: the end of a phase.