Washington sentinel., 1853-11-09
T,HE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF

TNHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF
i Art.-The number published on the Isl 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
oil the magazines or any publication of the day
and no expense will be spared 10 render IT, in
every respect, worthy of its name: Magazine Of
Art. TO render tins mere strkngly apparent, the
proprietor has determined to 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 of celebrity descriptive catalogues of their
performances, and beautifully engraved copies of
their chief works. The works of one painter will
appear i'll each monthly part
The engravngs preparing for future numbers
are in the hands of the first artists of America,
England, France, and Germany A series of tales
of the most interesting description are in the
course of publication, including .sThe 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-
estng period in the history Of the Venitian repub-
lic by Jonathan Freke Slingsby, of the Dublin
University Magazine; and contributions from
William and Mary Hewitt, Percy B. ST. John,
FftzJames O'Brien, and other writers of dstinc-
ton in America and Europe
The following is brief outline Of the plan of
the Magazine: . $ VI
/. The historical department abounds with pic
tnresque 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
| 2 The portrait gallery. This department con-
sists of beautifully executed portraits of the lead
ing characters of the past and present age, espe-
cially of those who figure the stage of humanity
as the worlds beneiactors Each portrait is ac-
| companied by an interesting biographical sketch
o. The wonders OF natural history, betany, and
other sciences, are developed in choice engravngs
of beasts, birds fishes insects, forest trees, flowers
geological and fossil specimens, &c, with accom-
panying descriptions.
4. The triumphs of architectural art are dis
played in exquisitely finished representations of
eathedrals 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-
companied with highly finished engraved copies
OF his chets-Fourre. IA
o. The seietiic portions are rendered highly
interesting by the familiar explanations and the
numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
| ject.
I. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
details, and an abundance of beautiful engravings.
S. Machinery and inventions have due attention
paid to them and are described by numerous ap-
propriate engrayings.
| 0. The literary department, independently of the
various articles accompanying the illustrations,
comprises original and interesting narratives. con-
trfbuted by the most popular writers Of the day,
with numerous Illustrations
In every respect, The Illustrated Magazine OF
An7 is decidedly superior TO any magazine of the
day
Each monthly part contains at least thirty snpe,5
engracings. four of which printed separately,
on snpertine plate paper.
The greatest care is taken in every department
Of production. The paper is Of the first manufac-
ture, and the ink supplied from the celebrated
printing ink establishment Of Messrs. Lawson 81
| Co. of Paris Six of the monthly portions when
| completed, form volume, which, for interest,
! originality, value, and beauty, defy competition.
It Is not only interesting family book but rich
ornament for drawing-room table, aud a pleas
! ant companion in the study
! The parts appear on the first Of every month at
| twenty-five cents each, 90 subscribers.
Agent for Washington,
| JOE SHILLINGTON,
1 odeon Building, corner Al ST. 4 Penn. Ave.
Sep. 29-tf* aas