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In 'Practical Carriage and Wagon Painting' by M. C. Hillick, readers are presented with a comprehensive guide on the intricate art of painting carriages and wagons. The book provides detailed instructions on techniques, color combinations, and tools needed to achieve professional results. Written in a clear and concise manner, this manual serves as a valuable resource for artists, historians, and enthusiasts interested in the craftsmanship of carriage painting. Hillick's attention to detail and practical advice make this book a must-have for anyone looking to learn or perfect the art of carriage painting. Set in the context of a time when horse-drawn carriages were a common mode of transport...
This volume of primary source materials documents the essential practical aspects of making a home, decorating it and then furnishing it. The crucial constitutive parts that make up an interior from floor to ceiling are considered here in detail. The role of advice books and articles that attempted to direct homemakers in particular directions are examined, as are the more practical how-to publications that demonstrated the processes of interior decoration. Accompanied by extensive editorial commentary, this collection will be of great interest to students and scholars of art history.
Through the use of more than 400 instructional and inspirational color photos and a unique 16-page color selector on graduated pages, the author of "Decorative Style" and "Lighting Style" demystifies the art of using colors, textures, paints, and surface finishes to create dramatic and distinctive effects in any home.
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