Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-10-05
-I,HE ILLUSTRATED MAGAzINE OF
Sep 29tf*

IL Ar.-Ihe number published on the LIST of July,
being the commencement of a 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 viii be spared 10 render H. in
every respect worthy Of It's name Magazine of
Art To reader tins more strllingy 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 OF celebrity descriptive catalogues of their
performances and beautifully engraved copies OF
their chief works. The works oil one painter will
appear in each monthly part.
The engrav!ngs 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 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, historical novel, entitled
The Dead Bridal Illustrative of the most inter
estinG period in the history of the Venitian repub-
he, 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 distnc-
ton in America and Europe.
The following is brief outline Of the plan Of
the Magazine:
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 writersof the day. This department contains
splendid engravings, designed by the first artists
in the world, and engraved in the highest style of
modern art.
9. The portrait gallery. This department CON
sists of beautifully executed portraits Of the lead
iag characters OF the past and present age, espe-
glalIy OF those who figure the stare o. hmm anil
the worlds beneactors. 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
OF beasts birds fishes, insects, forest trees lowers
geological and fossil specimens &C.. with accom-
panying descriptions.
A.. The triumphs of architectural art are dis
played in exquisitely 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-
companed with highly finished engraved copies
OF his chefS-daRpyp.
g. The scietiic portions 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 minute
details. and an abundance of beautiful engravings
s. Machinery and inventions have due attention
paid TO them, and are described by numerous APP
proGriate engravings.
o. The literary department independently of the
various articles accompanying the illustrations
comprises original and interesting narratives, con-
iributed 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 satpeyj
elgFariagS, four of which are printed separately,
on superfne plate paper.
The greatest care is taken in every department
Of p.oduction The paper is of the first nranufac-
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 volume, which, for interest,
originality, value, and beauty defy competition.
II is not only interesting family book, but rich
ornament for a drawing room table, and pleas
ant companion in the study.
The parts appear on the first of every month at
twenty five cents each, 10 subscribers
Agent for Washington
JOE SIIiLLINGTON
GIDEON Building, corner u 81. & Penn. Ave
Sep. 29-tfK