Walker William B 1821 (1 results)

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 364 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1886. Text in English. This authoritative work, originally published in 1886, provides a comprehensive history of engraving, tracing its development from ancient techniques to the sophisticated methods of the 19th century. The text examines the evolution of engraving tools, materials, and artistic styles, while also discussing the cultural and technological influences that shaped this art form. Translated from the French by Robert Alan Mowbray Stevenson, this edition includes detailed descriptions of various engraving processes, making it an indispensable reference for historians, collectors, and printmaking enthusiasts. The work is meticulously organized, with an extensive index facilitating research and study. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…