History of art Books

William Rimmer (1816-1879) is arguably the first modernist American sculptor, although his inventive originality has not been fully acknowledged. Rimmer cultivated an art of ideas and personal expression whilst supporting himself as a physician and,...

This volume explores the interaction between text and image in Indian Buddhist contexts, including not only the complex relationship between verbal stories and visual representations at Indian sites, but also the ways in which visual imagery is used...

Ninja fighting techniques explains how the five elements can become automatic, unconscious responses for fighters who train the ninja way.Through study and practice they become instinctive, effectively employed precisely when you need them without...

This second volume of Blacks in Portraits was always part of the plan, and here it is. There were so many questions behind this one. Will it be as successful as the first? What are the reader's expectations? Is this book meeting the goals that I had with...

2020 Reprint of the 1936 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. This is generally considered the first substantial study of African-American artists, written by the first...

Foreword: Elena A. Okladnikova, Herzen University, St. Petersburg (Russia), Deputy Director for Museum Work at the Peter the Great Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography (Kunstkamera)Translators: Richard L. Bland, Archeologist (retired), U.S. National...

For the first time in English, an essential history of the narrative art form's global riseA noted comics artist himself, Santiago García follows the history of the graphic novel from early nineteenth-century European sequential art, through the...

The book is compiled from a collection of artwork images comprising mostly pastel drawings and paintings, which have been imaginatively and passionately embellished with inspired poems and accurate descriptions. It is an easy to understand study of...

This vintage book constitutes the definitive guide to etching, complete with historical information, a look at the masters, critical analyses, invaluable tips, and more. A comprehensive and insightful treatise on the subject, this book will appeal...

A Handbook for Hampton Court: With Numerous Embellishments (1843) is a guidebook written by Summerly, also known as Felix Summerly. The book is a comprehensive guide to the Hampton Court Palace, a historic royal palace located in Greater London, England...

A Hand Book of Dorking is a book written by John Rowe and published in 1855. It is a comprehensive guide to the town of Dorking, located in Surrey, England. The book contains numerous illustrations on wood and steel, providing readers with a visual...

A Group of Theatrical Caricatures is a book published in 1897 by W.J. Gladding. The book is a collection of caricatures of famous actors and actresses from the late 19th century theater scene. Each caricature is accompanied by a short description of the...

""A Dissertation On The Ancient Chinese Vases Of The Shang Dynasty: From 1743 To 1496 B.C."" is a book written by Peter Perring Thoms and first published in 1851. The book is a detailed study of the ancient Chinese vases that were created during the...

""A Day at Laguerre's and Other Days"" is a collection of nine sketches by F. Hopkinson Smith, published in 1899. The book takes readers on a journey through various locations and experiences, including a day spent at a French restaurant called...

""A Descriptive Account of the Antiquities in the Grounds and in the Museum of the Yorkshire Philosophical Society"" is a book written by Charles Wellbeloved in 1852. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed description of the various artifacts and...

A Classical Tour Through Italy V4 (1818) is a travel guide written by John Chetwode Eustace. It is a detailed account of his journey through Italy, exploring the country's rich history, art, and architecture. The book is divided into several sections,...

""A Chronological Series of Engravers from the Invention of the Art to the Beginning of the Present Century"" is a book written by Thomas Martyn in 1770. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of engraving, tracing its evolution from...

""A Description of Hawkstone: The Seat of Sir R. Hill: With Brief Notices of the Antiquities of Bury Walls and of Red Castle"" is a historical book written by W. Bowley Rodenhurst and published in 1840. The book provides a detailed account of Hawkstone,...

""A Course of Counterpoint and Fugue V1"" is a comprehensive guide to the study of counterpoint and fugue written by the renowned Italian composer, Luigi Cherubini. Originally published in 1841, this book is considered a classic in the field of music...

A Catalogue of Sculpture V2: In the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities British Museum (1900) is a comprehensive guide to the Greek and Roman sculptures on display at the British Museum. The author, Arthur Hamilton Smith, was a renowned art...

""A Catalogue Raisonne Of The Select Collection Of Engravings Of An Amateur"" is a book written by Thomas Wilson and published in 1828. It is a comprehensive catalog of the engravings collected by an amateur art collector. The book contains detailed...

""A Catechism of Photography"" is a comprehensive guide to the art of photography, written by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin and originally published in 1859. This book provides simple instructions for performing all the various operations connected with...

""A Catalogue of Knights: From 1660 to 1760"" is a historical book written by Francis Townsend and published in 1833. The book is a comprehensive catalogue of all the knights who were appointed in England during the period from 1660 to 1760. The author...

""Izvje���������a Muzejskog dru�����tva za Kranjsku V5-V7 (1895)"" je knjiga koju je napisao Anton Koblar. Ova knjiga sadr�����i zbirku izvje���������a Muzejskog dru�����tva za Kranjsku u periodu od 1895. godine. Muzejsko dru�����tvo za Kranjsku bavilo...

L�������H�����tel Drouot et la Curiosit����� en 1882 (1883) est un livre �����crit par Paul Eudel. Il s'agit d'un ouvrage qui relate l'histoire de l'H�����tel Drouot, une c�����l�����bre salle de vente parisienne, et de la curiosit����� en France en 1882...

Marzio's Crucifix and Zoroaster is a novel written by Francis Marion Crawford and published in 1887. The story revolves around two main characters, Marzio and Zoroaster. Marzio is a young Italian artist who is struggling to make a name for himself in the...

Macmillan's Magazine V37: November 1877 To April 1878 (1878) is a collection of articles, stories, and poems published by Macmillan and Company. The magazine includes a variety of topics, ranging from literature and history to science and politics. Some...

Shakespeare's London is a historical book written by Henry Thew Stephenson in 1905. The book provides a detailed account of the city of London during the time of William Shakespeare, a prominent playwright and poet who lived and worked in the city during...

Illustrations of Old English Literature V2 is a book written by John Payne Collier and published in 1866. The book is a collection of illustrations that depict various scenes from Old English literature. The illustrations are accompanied by detailed...

Peintres et Sculpteurs Contemporains (1884) est un livre �����crit par Jules Claretie. Il s'agit d'une collection de portraits de 32 artistes fran�����ais contemporains, dont Gustave Courbet, Edgar Degas, �����douard Manet, Claude Monet, Auguste Rodin et...

London In 1880 is a book written by Herbert Fry and originally published in 1880. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive description of London during the late 19th century, including its history, culture, architecture, and social life. Fry...

""The Art of Painting in Oil and in Fresco"" is a comprehensive guide to the techniques and principles of painting in two of the most popular mediums of the time. Written by M. J. F. L. Merimee in 1839, this book covers everything from the preparation of...

Pictures of Hungarian Life is a book written by William Pitt Byrne in 1869. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations of Hungarian life during the mid-19th century. The author provides a vivid description of the people,...

""The Shoe and Canoe V2: Or Pictures of Travel in the Canadas (1850)"" is a travelogue written by John Jeremiah Bigsby. The book provides a detailed account of the author's travels in Canada, covering various regions and landscapes. The book is divided...

Le Sphinx Aux Perles est un roman de Gustave Haller publi����� en 1884. L'histoire se d�����roule en �����gypte antique et suit les aventures de deux arch�����ologues fran�����ais, Paul et Jacques, qui d�����couvrent un myst�����rieux sphinx orn����� de...

Musical Tales, Phantasms, and Sketches is a book written by Elise Polko and published in 1876. The book is a collection of short stories, sketches, and anecdotes that are all related to music. The stories are based on real-life experiences of the author,...

The Artistic Temperament is a book written by Jane Wardle and published in 1907. The book delves into the psychological and emotional aspects of artistic temperament, exploring the unique traits and characteristics of creative individuals. Wardle...

""Modern Athens! Displayed In A Series Of Views: Or Edinburgh In The Nineteenth Century"" is a book written in 1829 by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd. The book is a collection of illustrations and descriptions of the city of Edinburgh, Scotland during the 19th...

Music In Art is a book written by Luna May Ennis and published in 1903. The book explores the relationship between music and art, and how music has been represented in various forms of visual art throughout history. Ennis delves into the symbolism and...

Portraits of the Dead is a book of poetry written by H.C. Deakin and published in 1829. The collection includes a series of poems that explore the theme of death and mortality, each one presenting a unique portrait of a deceased individual. The poems are...

Les Premieres Representations Celebres est un livre �����crit par Monselet, Charles en 1867. Ce livre est une collection de critiques sur les premi�����res repr�����sentations de pi�����ces de th����������tre c�����l�����bres. Il couvre une p�����riode...