Isbn: 9780259472575 - Polygraphice, or the Arts of Drawing, Engraving, Etching, Limning, Painting, Washing, Varnishing, Gilding, Colouring, Dying, Beautifying and ... Perspective and Chiromancy (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an extensive compendium of various artistic disciplines, from Painting to Diapering and Antique. Serving as both a theoretical framework and practical guide, it provides an examination of the forms and techniques within these disciplines, supported by a multifaceted set of illustrations. The author draws connections with other fields of knowledge, such as Mathematics, Geometry, and Optics, to demonstrate how artistic principles are extensions of fundamental principles found in nature. This approach underscores the intellectual and academic dimensions of art, highlighting its significance within the broader context of human knowledge. Overall, the book provides a structured examination of the technical and conceptual foundations of various artistic practices, making it an invaluable tool for both aspiring and experienced artists seeking to deepen their understanding and advance their craft. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …