Ruskin,John

Ruskin,John
Rus·kin (rŭsʹkĭn), John. 1819-1900.
British writer and art critic who considered a great painting to be one that conveys great ideas to the viewer. His works include Modern Painters (1843-1860).
  Rus'kinʹi·an adj.

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