Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-10-30
'T,HE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE or

i Art.-The number published on the Isl OF July,
being the commencement OF a new volume, affords
an excellent opportunity Tor new subscribers 10
commence the work.
The numbers already published of the Illustrated
Magazine of Arr have al once placed il at the head
OF the magazines any publication of the day,
and expense will be spared TO render il, in
every respect, worthy OF its name: Magazine OF
Art TO render this more strikingly apparent, the
proprietor has determined 10 incorporate with
I" 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 in each monthly part
The engravings 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 in the
course Of publication, including ssThe School OF
daughter of William and Mary Hewitt, with en-
cravings. from drawings made expressly by the
authoress. Also, an historical novel, entitled
s!The Dead Bridal" Illustrative of the most inter
eSting period in the history of the Yenitan repub
lie, by Jonathan Freke Slingsby, Of the Dublin
University Magazine and contributions from
William and Mary Hewitt, Percy B. St. John
FitzJames OBrien, and other writers Of distinc
ton in America and Europe.
The following is brief outline of the plan of
the Magazine:
|. 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.
2. The portrait gallery. This department con.
ssts OF beautifully executed portraits of the lead
I f,t. n
cally of those who figure on the stage of humanity
As the worlds benefactors Each portrait is &C.
companied by an interesting biographical sketch.
3. The wonders Of natural history, botany and
other sciences, are developed in choice engravings
ofbeasts, birds, fishes insects, forest trees flowers
geological and fossil specimens, DC, with accom-
panying descriptions.
!. The trumphs Of architectural art are dis
played IN eSqusitcly 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 arr in the world In
general, the portrait of the masters is given, ac
| companied with highly finished engraved copies
| Of his ehcfS-,Iauvre.
| g. The scictifc portions are rendered highly
interesting by the familiar explanations and The
| numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
| ject.
| T. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
processes in use are fully explained by minut,
details and an abundance OF beautiful engravin5s
| s. Machinery and inventions have due attention
| paid TO them, and are described by numerous APP
pFopriate engravings.
| 8. The literary department, independently Of The
yarons articles accompanying the illustrations
comprises original and interesting narratives, con
tributed by the most popular writers Of the day
1 with numerous illustrations.
/ III every respect, The Illustrated Magazine d
Art is decidedly superior 10 any magazine Of The
| day.
Each monthly part contains al least thirty snperl
engrort"gs, -four of which are printed separately
| on superiine plate paper.
| The greatest care is taken in every department
of production. The paper il of the first inanufac
iure, and the ink supplied from the celebrated
printing ink establishment Of Messrs. Lawson &
Co, of Paris. Six of the monthly portions whel
completed, form a volume, which, for interest
originality, value and beauty, defy competition
Ii * not only an interesting family book but rcl
ornament for a drawing-room table, and pleas
ant companion in the study.
The parts appear on the first Of every month, a
twenty-five cents each, 10 subscribers.
Agent for Washington,
JOE SIIILLINGTON,
Odeon Building, corner Al 81. IL Penn. Ave.
Sep. 2Y--tfk