The Arts: Treatments & subjects Books

Explore the fascinating world of ancient Egypt through the lens of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's expedition of 1920-1921. This volume offers insights into the archaeological discoveries, the cultural context, and the historical significance of the...

Histoire De La Sculpture Française... explores the rich history of French sculpture. Authored by Toussaint-Bernard Émeric-David, Jean Du Segneur, and P. L. Jacob, this comprehensive work delves into the evolution of sculptural art in France. From...

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...

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...

"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...

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...

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...

"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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

This book is the third in a series Carol Jacobsen I started in 2020 called Women of Color and Accomplishment. After seeing the senseless murder of George Floyd and then the brutality of attacks on the peaceful protesters, I was dismayed and angered at...

What's This Gadget For?When the author inherited an old family cabin on a beautiful lake and began visiting it every summer, she found the kitchen drawers full of old-fashioned gadgets that had never been thrown away. To amuse visiting guests, she...

Step into a world where ancient Norse wisdom meets modern magik. Blood, Bone, and Bewitchment is an eclectic and powerful grimoire blending Asatru tradition, spellcraft, and spiritual practice into one essential volume. Part personal "Galdrabok," part...

This book concerns the urgency of thinking and acting in response to climate change through art and education. Events of Art and Education in Post-climate Times will be helpful for students studying art, education, environment and sustainability, and...

Amazon's Top 10 Bestselling Black female romance author, Theodora Taylor, says romance writers need to use tons of butter in their plots and, taking her advice, the book, The Artist & Her Lover, has lots of island history, art, music, dance, and yes,...

Louis XIV - the 'Sun King' - casts a long shadow over the history of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century Europe. Yet while he has been the subject of numerous works, much of the scholarship remains firmly rooted within national frameworks and traditions...

A fresh, creative introduction to theological ethics. Offering an imaginative approach through dialogue with theatrical theory and practice, Vander Lugt demonstrates a new way to integrate actor-oriented and action-oriented approaches to Christian ethics...

Bernini and Pallavicino, the artist and the Jesuit cardinal, are closely related figures at the papal courts of Urban VIII and Alexander VII, at which Bernini was the principal artist. The analysis of Pallavicino's writings offers a new perspective on...

This book focuses on the expanding contemporary art scene in Syria, particularly Damascus, during the first decade of the twenty-first century. The decade was characterized by a high degree of experimentation as young artists began to work with...

Providing a fresh evaluation of Alberti's text On Painting (1435), along with comparisons to various works of Nicholas Cusanus - particularly his Vision of God (1450) - this study reveals a shared epistemology of vision. And, the author argues, it is one...

Fowzia Younos was born in Kabul City on August 6,1955, and was raised into a musician family. She is thegrand daughter of Ustad Qassem, the great composer ofAfghanistan and the daughter of Ustad Yusuf and KarimaQassemi. Fowzia graduated from Lycee Aisha...

In The Becoming of July Park, the gripping second installment of the July Park trilogy, the story rewinds to the turbulent 1970s - a time of transformation, secrets, and fate. In an alternate timeline, July's father, John Park, stumbles upon a mysterious...

In a land where tradition binds the living and the dead whisper through the trees, a priestess stands between two worlds: chosen by gods, shaped by pain, and tested by love. When betrayal ignites a personal war and threatens to unravel her family and...

Carol J. Szot started painting at age fourteen after years of watching her dad paint. She has had no professional schooling and is self-taught. Now, after more than forty-five years, she has developed a technique resulting from intense observation to...

This book "How to Draw Multicultural Supercharacters" will successfully teach you how to add diversity to your drawings. You will learn to draw multicultural characters such as African Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and much more. There...

Blackbeard, Jose Gaspar, Jean Lafitte—the names conjure up a romantic, swashbuckling figure with a black patch over one eye, a cutlass in his teeth, and a brace of pistols tucked into his waistband. Actors such as Errol Flynn did much to create...

This edition presents a carefully curated selection of artists whose work demonstrates originality, mastery, and a strong personal voice. Whether through painting, sculpture, digital art, or mixed media, these creators push artistic boundaries while...

Explore the world of late 19th-century art supplies with this meticulously reproduced "Illustrated Catalogue and Price List of Artists' Materials, Gold Points, Bronze Powders, Metallics, Metal Leaf," from A. Sartorius & Co. of New York. This catalog...

《中國文人畫之研究》is a study of Chinese literati painting by Chen Shizeng (陳師曾), originally published in 1922. This work explores the history, theory, and aesthetics of wenrenhua, a style of Chinese painting typically produced by...

Artistas y críticos españoles, written by Rafael Balsa de la Vega and published in 1891, offers insights into the vibrant art scene of 19th-century Spain. The book presents biographical sketches and critical analyses of prominent Spanish artists and...

Les estampes japonaises, originally published in 1911, offers a detailed exploration of Japanese prints. Penned by Woldemar von Seidlitz and translated by P. André Lemoisne, this book delves into the history, techniques, and artistic significance...

Lebensbeschreibungen Der Ausgezeichnetsten Maler, Bildhauer Und Architekten Der Renaissance is a German translation of Giorgio Vasari's seminal work, "Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects." This edition, edited by Ernst...

This collection, "Obras de Macedo Papança, conde de Monsaraz," showcases the writings and artistic works of António de Macedo Papança, the Count of Monsaraz (1852?-1913). Featuring "Catharina d'Athayde-1880-1886" and "Telas historicas," the...

Les médailleurs français du 15e siècle au milieu du 17e, Volume 3 by Fernand Mazerolle offers a comprehensive historical overview of French medal making during the Renaissance and early modern periods. This volume delves into the lives and...

This is a catalogue of modern paintings, pastels, and watercolors from the Humbert bankruptcy, sold at auction at the Galerie Georges Petit in June 1902. The catalogue provides a record of the art market at the turn of the century and offers insights...

Explore the life and art of Jean-Honoré Fragonard in Camille Mauclair's "Fragonard, biographie critique; illustrée de vingt-quatre reproduction hors texte". This critical biography, richly illustrated, delves into the world of one of...

"A evolução da arte em Portugal" explores the rich and varied history of art in Portugal. This book, originally published in 1908, offers insights into the development and transformation of artistic styles and movements within the country. From early...

Chodsko: Cyklus obraz Otokara táfla is a study of the art of Otokar táfel, focusing on his cycle of paintings depicting the Chodsko region. This work provides insights into táfel's artistic style and his engagement with the cultural...

Athènes ancienne, published in 1921, offers a captivating glimpse into the ancient city of Athens through the lens of photographer Frédéric Boissonnas. This collection showcases the architectural grandeur and historical significance...