Arts, Architecture & Design Books

This catalogue documents a significant collection of paintings and other artworks presented by Mrs. Liberty E. Holden to the Cleveland Museum of Art. It offers a glimpse into the artistic tastes and philanthropic endeavors of a prominent patron of the...

La Città Di Lamo Stabilita In Terracina Secondo La Descrizione Di Omero E Due Degli Antichi Dipinti Gila Ritrovati Sull'esquilino I Quali La Rappresentano, by Pietro Matranga, explores the ancient city of Lamo, positing its location in Terracina...

La Belleza Y Las Bellas Artes Segun Las Doctrinas De La Filosofía Socrática Y De La Cristiana... explores the concepts of beauty and fine arts through the lens of Socratic and Christian philosophical doctrines. Joseph Jungmann delves into the...

Pseudoromantik, Friedrich Kind und der Dresdener Liederkreis examines the cultural and musical landscape of Dresden during the early 19th century, focusing on the figure of Friedrich Kind and the artistic circle around him. This study sheds light on the...

Linear Perspective Projection, &c, Volume 1, is a textbook intended for use at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich. This volume offers instruction on linear perspective and projection, essential skills for military applications and engineering. Authored...

La Ligne Élastique Et Son Application A La Poutre Continue Traitée Par La Statique Graphique explores the elastic line and its application to the continuous beam, analyzed through graphic statics. Authored by Wilhelm Ritter, this treatise...

La Fiancée Du Bon Coin is a charming one-act play by Marc-Michel and Eugène Labiche, presented as a tableau populaire, infused with song. This delightful piece offers a glimpse into 19th-century French popular theater. Suitable for students...

"Denkmal Der Freudigsten Rückkehr Des Durchl. Churfürsten Carl Theodors Errichtet V. D. Studierenden Des Churf. Schulhauses In München" documents the monument erected to celebrate the return of Carl Theodor in Munich. This historical work provides...

L'argonautica è un poema epico di Apollonio Rodio che narra il mitico viaggio di Giasone e degli Argonauti alla ricerca del vello d'oro. Questa edizione, tradotta e illustrata da L. Flangini, offre un'interpretazione accessibile di uno dei...

Le Triomphe De David is a melodrama in three acts by Leblanc and Louis Charles Caigniez. First performed in the early 19th century, this French drama recounts the story of David, likely drawing from the biblical narrative, and set against a backdrop of...

Explore the captivating interplay of "Light, Color and Harmony" with R. W. Cornelison's insightful exploration. This book delves into the fundamental principles of color theory, providing a comprehensive guide to understanding how light and color...

"Grammaire De L'ornement Illustrée D'exemples Pris De Divers Styles D'ornement..." est un ouvrage de référence sur l'ornementation, présentant un panorama des différents styles ornementaux à travers l'histoire...

Questo libro, intitolato "Leonardo, Volumes 2-3...", offre uno sguardo approfondito sulla vita e le opere di Leonardo da Vinci. Sebbene l'autore rimanga anonimo, la narrazione promette di svelare aspetti meno noti del genio rinascimentale, proseguendo...

L'abbé Louis Jouanneau, Curé De Villebarou, Peintre Et Poète, 1791-1833 delves into the life of a remarkable French figure who excelled in multiple domains. This biography by Adrien Thibault explores the life and works of Louis...

Führer durch Pompeji ist ein detaillierter und umfassender Führer durch die antike Stadt Pompeji, verfasst von August Mau, einem renommierten Archäologen und Experten für römische Kunst und Architektur. Dieses Werk bietet eine fundierte Einführung...

La Quarantaine Sacrée Aux Souffrances De J. Ch. Ou La Passion De Notre Seigneur Jésus-christ Représentée En Xlvi Images... offers a profound meditation on the Passion of Jesus Christ through a series of forty-six images. This...

Geschichte der Pfarrkirche von Bozen (History of the Parish Church of Bozen) bietet eine detaillierte Darstellung der historischen Entwicklung und architektonischen Bedeutung der Pfarrkirche in Bozen. Verfasst von Al Spornberger und Justinian Ladurner,...

Leçons De Céramique Professées À L'école Centrale Des Arts Et Manufactures, Volume 1... by Louis Alphonse Salvétat presents a comprehensive study of ceramic arts and manufacturing techniques. Originally delivered as...

Il Mercurio Errante Delle Grandezze Di Roma, Tanto Antiche, Che Moderne..., by Pietro Rossini, is a comprehensive guide to the historical and architectural wonders of Rome. This book explores both the ancient and modern aspects of the city, offering...

This volume contains Ferdinand Raimund's complete works, specifically focusing on "Der Diamant des Geisterkönigs." Raimund (1790-1836) was a popular Austrian actor and playwright, known for his contributions to Viennese folk theater. His plays often...

Explore the wonders of the Crystal Palace and its surrounding park with this comprehensive guide by Samuel Phillips. Originally built for the Great Exhibition of 1851 in Hyde Park, the Crystal Palace was relocated to Sydenham, becoming a symbol of...

Histoire De La Musique Et De Ses Effets, Depuis Son Origine Jusqu'à Présent... by Jacques Bonnet and Pierre Bonnet, offers a comprehensive exploration of music's historical development and its profound effects on society. Written in French,...

Un'analisi approfondita dei passaggi più oscuri e controversi della "Divina Commedia" di Dante Alighieri, direttamente dalle parole dell'autore. Questo studio illuminante offre una nuova prospettiva sulle allegorie, i simbolismi e le critiche...

"Illustrations Of New Species Of Exotic Butterflies" presents a detailed visual record of butterfly species, primarily drawn from the collections of W. Wilson Saunders and William C. Hewitson. This first volume showcases meticulously crafted...

Discover the inspiring stories of young prodigies who blossomed into musical giants in "Little Musicians Who Became Great Masters." This collection explores the early lives and formative experiences of some of history's most celebrated composers and...

Les Bas-fonds De La Société... offers a compelling glimpse into the underbelly of 19th-century French society. Henry Monnier's insightful prose, paired with Félicien Rops' evocative illustrations, creates a powerful and unflinching...

This edition of "Nachtwachen" is based on Rahel Varnhagen's personal copy and includes an afterword by Raimund Steinert. The text is enriched by 16 original lithographs by Karl Thylmann. "Nachtwachen," a work blending elements of Gothic fiction and...

El-berihme Operas, written in Yiddish, explores and analyzes 25 celebrated Italian, French, and German operas. This book by William Edlin, published in 1907, provides insights into the stories and music of these renowned works, offering a valuable...

La fortificatione, guardia, difesa, et espugnatione delle fortezze esperimentata in diuerse guerre (Fortification, Guarding, Defense, and Capture of Fortresses Experienced in Diverse Wars) is a detailed treatise on military architecture and siege warfare...

L'Évangile médité, et distribué pour tous les jours de l'année, Volume 5, by Bonaventure Giraudeau, offers a structured approach to engaging with the Gospels. Following the harmony of the four evangelists, this work...

Szepesvármegye müvészeti emlékei (Art Monuments of Szepes County) is a historical study detailing the artistic heritage of Szepes County, Hungary. Published in 1905 with the support of the National Monuments Committee and the Szepes...

Magister Choralis is a comprehensive manual on Gregorian chant, designed for clergy, seminarists, organists, choir-masters, and choristers. Authored by Fr. X. Haberl, a renowned figure in Catholic church music, this volume presents both the theoretical...

Degli ornamenti d'architettura e delle loro simmetrie by Carlo Randoni offers a comprehensive guide to architectural ornamentation and symmetry. Published in 1813, this work explores the theoretical and practical rules for designing various types of...

Explication des ouvrages de peinture et dessins, sculpture, architecture et gravure, des artistes vivans, Volume 1846, offers a fascinating glimpse into the French art world of the mid-19th century. This volume, documenting the Salon of the...

Titania; drame musical en trois actes de Louis Gallet et André Corneau, represents a significant work of early 20th-century French opera. This musical drama, originally published in 1903, showcases the collaborative talents of librettist Louis...

Explore the life and work of Théodore Verhaegen, a distinguished sculptor from Malines (Mechelen), Belgium, in this detailed study. Camille Poupeye delves into Verhaegen's artistic contributions during the 18th century, highlighting his...

Art Needlework, originally published in 1893, is a comprehensive guide to the art of needlework. This meticulously detailed manual, created by Brainerd & Armstrong Co., offers instruction and inspiration for a variety of needlework techniques prevalent...

"Architectural Specifications for the Painting, Enameling, Staining and Finishing of Woods Generally in a Medium and First Class Manner" offers a detailed guide to historical building practices. Originally published in 1913, this book provides insights...

Saggio sulla vita e sulle opere di Antonio Canova Volume, by Giovanni Rosini, offers a detailed exploration of the life and works of the celebrated Italian sculptor Antonio Canova. Published in 1825, this volume provides valuable insights into Canova's...

Il proprietario architetto ("The Architect Owner") by Urbain Vitri, published in 1831, offers a comprehensive guide to architectural design and construction. This historical work features models for city and country homes, farms, citrus conservatories,...

Frederic Chopin, his Life, Letters, and Works is a comprehensive biography exploring the life and musical legacy of the renowned Polish composer and pianist, Frédéric Chopin. This first volume delves into his early years, influences, and...

Discorsi delle fortificationi, espugnationi, & difese delle città & d'altri luoghi, written by Carlo Theti, published in 1588, explores the art and science of fortification, siege warfare, and urban defense during the Renaissance. The book delves...

Márk likhita susamácár is the Bengali translation of the Gospel of Mark. Printed in 1882, this edition offers readers access to one of the core texts of the New Testament in the Bengali language. This translation provides valuable...

Salammbô, le poème et l'opéra explores the enduring legacy of Gustave Flaubert's historical novel "Salammbô" and its adaptation into Ernest Reyer's opera of the same name. Henri de Curzon, a noted music critic, delves into the narrative...

"Zur Tonverschmelzung Im Altaegyptischen" by Hans Abel explores the phenomenon of tone fusion in ancient Egyptian language and music. Published in 1910, this work delves into the historical linguistics and musicology of ancient Egypt, examining how tones...

Dell'architettura di Marco Vitruvio Pollione libri dieci, pubblicati da Carlo Amati, Volume 1, is a historical and critical edition of Vitruvius's foundational work on architecture. This Italian publication, edited by Carlo Amati, presents the ten books...

Albert Baertsoen is a biographical study of the Belgian Impressionist painter Albert Baertsoen (1866-1922), written by H. Fierens-Gevaert. This book offers insights into the life and artistic development of Baertsoen, known for his atmospheric landscapes...

Sleepy Hedgehog Society - A Terribly Odd State of Affairs - Item OneFair Warning: This book requires multiple readings, occasional head-tilting and a deep appreciation for bureaucratic absurdity. (Not advised for readers who insist upon linear narratives...