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Opie (John)

Lectures on Painting, Delivered at the Royal Academy of Arts: With a Letter On The Proposal For A Public Memorial Of The Naval Glory Of Great Britain.

London: Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme, 1809.,

187,50 €

Forest Books William Laywood

(Grantham, Regno Unito)

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Autore
Opie (John)
Editori
London: Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme, 1809.
Soggetto
THE FINE ARTS PAINTING

Descrizione

First edition, 4to, vi, [2], 186pp., mezzotint frontispiece portrait of the author, 10 tinted plates, later half calf, marbled boards, spine bands ruled in gilt with blue morocco lettering piece to second compartment, a very good copy. The lectures were delivered by John Opie, who held the position of Professor in Painting at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. These lectures cover various aspects of painting, including design, invention, chiaroscuro, and colouring. The book also includes a memoir by Mrs. Amelia Opie, and provides an insight into John Opieís talents and character.
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