Edwardian Opulence

Christina by the Boat Mervyn O'Gorman, 1913King Edward VII’s brief reign at the beginning of the 20th century (1901 – 1910) is considered a time of great technological advancement, increased globalism, and a febrile period for British artists, many of whom concentrated on depicting the personalities and lifestyles of the leisured class. A ambitious new book, titled Edwardian Opulence, catalogues the work of various Edwardian artists, including Whist...