Famous Pictures: Famous Pictures Described With Anecdotes Of The Painters (1913) is a book written by Charles Lester Barstow. The book is a collection of anecdotes and descriptions of famous paintings from various artists. The author provides a detailed analysis of each painting, along with interesting stories about the artists who created them. The book is divided into chapters based on different artists, including Rembrandt, Velazquez, and Raphael. Each chapter contains several paintings and anecdotes related to the artist's life and work. The book is an excellent resource for art lovers who wish to learn more about famous paintings and the artists who created them. It is also a great read for anyone interested in art history and the stories behind some of the world's most famous paintings. The book was first published in 1913 and has since become a classic in the field of art history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.