Washington sentinel., 1853-11-11
Sep 29-lix
vTHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF

i Art.-The number published on the st Of July
being the commencement of new volume, affords
an excellent opportunity for new subscribers 10
commence the work.
The numbers already published of the illustrated
Magazine of Art have at once placed il at the head
OF the magazines 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 tins more strkngly apparent the
proprietor has determined TO incorporate with
The Magazine OF Art" the g 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 chiei 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. series oftales
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
estng period in the history of the Venitian repub
Lie, by Jonathan Frcke Slingsby, of the Dublin
William and Mary Hewitt, Percy b. ST. John
FitzJames O'Brien, and other writers Of distnc-
ton in America and Europe.
The following is brief outline of the plan Of
the Magazine:
i. 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 thed day. This department contains
splendid engravings, designed by the first artists
in the world, and engraved in the highest style OF
modern art. -
?. The portrait gallery. This department con-
slsts Of beautifully executed portraits of the lead
ing characters of the past and present age, espe-
cially of those who figure on the stage Of humanity
as the worlds benetactors. 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
ofbeasts birds fishes, Insects forest trees flowers
geological and FOSSIL specimens, &c. with accom-
panyng descriptions.
4. The triumphs Of architectural art are dis
played in exquisiteiy finished representations of
cathedrals. churches, palaces, and other models
OF ancient and modern architectural art
8. 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-
companed with highly finished engraved copies
of his ctets-ddRrre. .>..N.
". The seietlfc portions are rendered highly
interesting by the familiar ex plantations aud the
numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
ject
l. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
processes in use are fully explained by minute
details and an abundance of beautiful engravngs
5. Machinery and inventions have due attention
paid TO them. and are described by numerous ap-
propriatc engravings.
9. The literary department. independently Of the
various articles accompanying the Illustrations,
comprises original and interesting narratives con-
rributed 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 al least htyfy snpeyJ
e0gyartngs, four of which printed separately,
on superine plate paper.
The greatest care is taken in every department
of production The paper is OF the first manuiac-
tnrc, and the ink supplied from the ccrebrated
printing ink establishment of Messrs. Lawson Ss
Co, OF Paris. Six of the monthly portions, when
completed, form a volume, which. for interest,
originality, value, and beauty, defy competition
u II not only interesting family book, but rich
ornament for a drawing-room table. and a pleas
ant companion in the study.
The parts appear tho first Of every month, at
twenty-five cents each to subscribers.
Agent for Washington,
JOE SHILLINGTON,
Odeon Building, corner AZ ST. Il Penn. Ave-
Sep. 29--tt*