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Practical Carriage and Wagon Painting
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...
Nineteenth-Century Interiors
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.
Painting by Immersion and by Compressed Air: A Practical Handbook
In his masterpiece 'Painting by Immersion and by Compressed Air: A Practical Handbook,' Arthur Seymour Jennings delves into the intricate world of painting techniques using both immersion and compressed air. This comprehensive guide not only showcases the step-by-step process of each method but also provides insightful commentary on the historical significance and artistic implications of these techniques. Jennings' writing style is both informative and engaging, making it accessible for both novice painters and seasoned professionals. The book is a valuable addition to the literature on painting and offers a unique perspective on these innovative methods. Arthur Seymour Jennings, a distinguished painter and art historian, brings his wealth of experience and expertise to this book. His meticulous research and hands-on knowledge of the subject shine through in his detailed explanations and practical tips. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to expand their painting skills and knowledge. Whether you are an aspiring artist or a seasoned painter, 'Painting by Immersion and by Compressed Air' will undoubtedly enrich your artistic endeavors.
Kevin McCloud's Complete Book of Paint and Decorative Techniques
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.
Pearl
From their creation in the maw of mollusks to lustrous objects of infatuation and conflict, a revealing look at pearls’ dark history. This book is a beautifully illustrated account of pearls through millennia, from fossils to contemporary jewelry. Pearls are the most human of gems, both miraculous and familiar. Uniquely organic in origin, they are as intimate as our bodies, created through the same process as we grow bones and teeth. They have long been described as an animal’s sacrifice, but until recently their retrieval often entailed the sacrifices of enslaved and indentured divers and laborers. While the shimmer of the pearl has enticed Roman noblewomen, Mughal princes, Hollywood royalty, mavericks, and renegades, encoded in its surface is a history of human endeavor, abuse, and aspiration—pain locked in the layers of a gleaming gem.
Like a Tree Universally Spread
"This book reconstructs the tantalizing tale of Sri Sabhapati Swami (ca. 1828-1923/4), today a little-known swami who was originally from Tamil Nadu in southern India, and historically contextualizes a fascinating type of yoga that Sabhapati claimed would lead to an experience of being "like a tree universally spread." The practical method of having this experience, in technical terms called the samadhi or "composure" of sivarajayoga or the "Royal yoga for siva," was published in English and multiple Indic languages and lavishly illustrated in diagrams on subtle and physical bodies. This book is the first book-length treatment on Sabhapati Swami, scholarly or otherwise, and uses critically-e...
Historical Narratives of Global Modern Art
Diversifying the current art historical scholarship, this edited volume presents the untold story of modern art by exposing global voices and perspectives excluded from the privileged and uncontested narrative of “isms.” This volume tells a worldwide story of art with expanded historical narratives of modernism. The chapters reflect on a wide range of issues, topics, and themes that have been marginalized or outright excluded from the canon of modern art. The goal of this book is to be a starting point for understanding modern art as a broad and inclusive field of study. The topics examine diverse formal expressions, innovative conceptual approaches, and various media used by artists around the world and forcefully acknowledge the connections between art, historical circumstances, political environments, and social issues such as gender, race, and social justice. The book will be of interest to scholars working in art history, imperial and colonial history, modernism, and globalization.
