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The Handmaid To The Arts, Teachint I. A Perfect Knowledge Of The Materia Pictoria. 2. The Divices Employed For The Making Designs From Natur. 3. The V
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Art HistoryGeneral Art InstructionGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781020403644
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 500
Weight: 1.92
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Originally published in 1764, this influential work was one of the first comprehensive guides to the art of decoration. With clear, detailed instructions and beautiful illustrations, Dossie explains the principles of color, design, and technique that are essential to creating stunning works of art. A true must-read for anyone interested in the decorative arts.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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