Washington sentinel., 1853-11-16
rTHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF
Sep 29--tM

Il Art.-The number published on the Isl of July
beng the commencement of a new volume, affords
an excellent opportunity for new subscribers 10
commence the work. Fl.
The numbers already published Of the Illustrated
Magazine of Art have at once placed il 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 lis name: Magazine of
Art. To render tins more strikingy 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 in each monthly part.
| The engravlngs 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, an historical novel, entitled
9 The Dead Bridal" Illustrative Of the most inter.
esting period in the history Of the Venitian repub-
lie, by Jonathan Freke Slingsby, of the Dublin
University MagaZine and contributions from
William and Mary Hewitt, Percy B. ST. John,
FitzJames O'Brien, and other writers Of distinc.
ton in America and Europe.
The following is brief outline Of the plan of
the Magazine: .'"". Fl" r
/. 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 emi.
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.
ing characters OF the past and present age espe.
cally OF those who figure on the stage of humanity
as the worlds beneiactors. Each portrait is ac-
companied by interesting biograp phical sketch.
D. The wonders of natural history, botany, and
! other sciences, developed in choice engravings
OF beasts birds fishes, insects forest trees, flowers
geological and fossil specimens, &c, with accom-
panying descriptions. 500
4. The triumphs Of architectural art are DIS
played in exqusitely finished representations Of
| eathedrals, churches, palaces, and other models
of ancient and modern architectural art.
| S. 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 ehetS-de"cre. MA" a.
g. The seethc portions rendered highly
interesting by the familiar explanations and the
| numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
| Icct.
| 7. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
processes in use are fully explained by minute
details, and an abundance of beautiful engravngs.
S. Machinery and inventions have due attention
| paid to them, and are described by numerous ap-
| propriate engravings.
g. The literary department, independently of the
| various articles accompanying the illustrations,
comprises original and interesting narratives con-
! tributed 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
engidrings, four of which printed separately,
| on superfnc plate paper ..,
! The greatest care is taken in every department
reproduction. The paper is of the first Jmanufac-
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.
1t is not only interesting family book but rich
ornament Tor 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 SHILLINGTON,
Odeon Building, corner ~ st. a Penn. Ave.
Sep. 29-ttk