Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-10-21
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yINHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAzINE OF
HERMAN ]. MEYER,
New York, No. 164, William-st.
JOE SHILLINGTON,
Agent for Washington.

Ii Art.-The number published on the ST of July
being the commencement of new volume, affords
an excellent opportunity for new subscribers To
commence the work.
The numbers already published of the Illustrated
Magazine of Art have at once placed it at the head
of the magazines or any publication of the day,
and no expense will be spared to render it, in
every respect worthy of its name Magazine OF
Art To render this mere s,riLingly apparent, the
proprietor has determined 10 incorporate with
The Magazine of Art the History and Works
Of the Painters of all Nations" This splendid
series includes biographical notices of various
painters oil celebrity descriptive catalogues of their
performances, and beautifully engraved copies of
their chief works. The works of one painter will
appear in each monthly part
The engravnSs preparing for future numbers
are in the hands OF the first artists OF America,
Englaudy France, and Germany "A series OF tales
Of the most interesting description are in the
course of publication including . The School of
Life written and illustrated by Anna Mary,
daughter of William and Mary Hewitt, with en-
cravings, from drawings made expressly by the
authoress Also, an historical novel, entitled
The Dead Bridal illustrative Of the most inter-
esting period in the history of the Venitan repub-
lie, by Jonathan Freke Slngsby, of the Dublin
University Magazine; and contributions from
William and Mary Hewitt, Percy b. ST. John
FitzJames OBricn. and other writers of distinc-
| ton in America and Europe.
| The following IS a brief outline of the plan Of
| the Magazine:
j, The historical department abounds with pic
turesque representations of the most remarkable
events which have occurred in this and other
| countries; accompanied with interesting anec-
dotes and details from the pen of the most emf
nent writers Of the day. This department contains
splendid engravings, designed by the first artists
in the world and engraved in the highest style of
modern art.
3 The portrait gallery. This department con
siss Of beautifully executed portraits of the lead
ing characters OF the past and present age, espe-
clay of those who figure on the stage of humanity
as the worlds benefactors. Each portrait is ac-
companied by an interesting biographical sketch.
3. The wonders of natural history botany, and
other sciences, are developed in choice engravings
obeasts, birds, fishes insects, forest trees flowers
geological and fossil specimens, &c. with accom-
panying descriptions.
A.. The trumphs Of architectural art are dis.
played in exqusitely finished representations Of
cathedrals, churches, palaces, and other models
| OF ancient and modern architectural art.
5. The works of the great masters selected from
! the principal galleries of art in the world. In
| general, the portrait of the masters is given ac-
compancd with highly finished engraved copies
| Of his ckefS-d9Ucre
g. The scictifc portions are rendered highly
4 interesting by the familiar explanations and the
| numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
! Ject.
/ T. Manufactures. The principal man ufacturina
processes in use fully explained by minute
details and an abundance of beautiful engravings
/ .. Machlnery ana inventions nave due attention
4 paid TO them, and are described by numerous APP
propriate engravings.
/ .. The literary department independently of the
various articles accompanying the illustrations
comprises original and interesting narratives con-
tributcd by the most popular writers of the day
with numerous illustrations
In every respect, The Illustrated Magazine Of
Art is decidedly superior to any magazine Of the
| day.
| Each monthly part contains at least thirty superb
smgrarngs, four of which are printed separately
on superfine plate paper.
| The greatest care is taken in every department
| Of production. The paper is OF the first nanufac-
| ture, and the ink supplied from the celebrated
| printing ink establishment of Messrs. Lawson &
| Co. of Paris. Six of the monthly portions when
| completed, form a volume, which, for interest,
| originality, value, and beauty, defy competition.
| Ii is not only interesting family book but rich
ornament for drawing-room table, and pleas
ant companion in the study.
The parts appear on the first Of every month, at
| twenty-five cents each, to subscribers.
| Agent for Washington,
JOE SHILLINGTON,
odeon Building, corner "A ST. Il Penn. Ave.
Sep. 29-if-.