Washington sentinel., 1853-11-12
r1NHE lLLUSTK ATED MAGAZINE OF
Sep 29-tf*

l. Ar.-Ihc number publi> he'd on The lst OF july
beng the commencement OF 4 new volume, affords
IN excellent opportunity tor new subscribers 10
commence the work.
The numbers already published of the Illustrated
Nasa"ne OF Art have at once placed il al the head
OF Inc lua2aZlhcs or any publication Of the day,
and no expense will be spared 10 render it, in
every respect, worthy oi H. name: Il Magazine of
Art. o render thus mJrc Strlklngly apparent the
proprietor has determined TO incorporate with
" The Ma2azlne oi Art, the History and Works
oi the Painters of all Nations This splendid
series includes biographical notices Of various
pancr> 81 rrlrhrity descriptive catalogues OF their
performances, and beautifully engraved COMES OF
their rhiel works. The works OF one painter viii
appear IN each monthly part. +.
INC cn@raVnss 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
Lie, written and illustrated by Anna Mary
daughter OF William aud Mary Iiowiit, with en-
cravings from drawings made expressly by the
anlhorens. Also, an historical novel, entitled
The Dead Bridal, illustrative Of the most inter
es,n,@ period in the history Of the Vcnilian repub-
lie, by Jonathan Frcle sling.by, Of the Dublin
University Magazine; and contributions from
William and Mary lIowju, Percy b. ST. John,
Fhzlames . 3rlen. and other writers Of distnc-
ton in America and Europe.
The following is Il briei outline Of the plan of
the Magazines
!. The historical department abounds with pic
tur">aue representations of the most remarkable
events which have occurred in this and other
countries; accompanied with Interesting ancr-
dotc, and details from the pen OF the mos, emf
nent writers OF the day. This department contains :
splendid engravngS, designed by the first artist 5
in the world. and engraved in the highest style OF
| modern art
2 The portrait gallery. This department con
,>tS OF beautifully executed portraits OF the lead
ing characters OF the past and present age. espc-
clay OF those who figure on the Stage of humanity
a the worlds hrncia.lors. Each portrait is ac-
ronlpanled 10y an interesting biographical sketch
!. lhc wonders Ot natural history. botany. and
Other sciences, arc developed in choice enrra wings
OF beasts birds. fishes insects, forest frees, flowers.
gcoI"eIca' and fossil specimens, &c., with accom-
panying descriptions.
/. The trlumphs Of architectural art are dis
played IN cxqnis,tciy finished representations Of
| enlhcdraI>, churches. palaces, and other models
OF ancjcnt and modern architectural art.
>. The works Of the great masters. selected from
the principal galleries of art in the world. In
general, the portrait Of the masters j. given az.
rumpdn"d with highly finished engraved cupcs
4 pi' hiS Hti&-fpnryt.
! T. The Seletic portions ARE rendered highly
interesting hy the familiar explanations and the
numerous diagrams winch accompany each sub
! lert.
:. MannGr,ures The principal manufacturing
4 processes in use are fully explained by minute
dct4ll.. and an abundance OF beautiful engravlng>
;. Machinery and inventions have due attention
paid to them. aud are described by numerous APP
! proprlate eneravingS
/ :" The literary department, independently Of the
yaruE> articles accompanying the illustrations.
1 comprises original and interesting narratives con
! rlhnted hy the most popular writers Of the day,
| with numerous illustrations
In every respect The Illustrated Magazine of
Art i decidedly superior 10 any magazine of the
day.
Each monthly part contains al least td,rty snprrJ
'"yr0ri"gS. four Of which are printed .cparalely
| on >uperine plate paper.
The greatest care i taken in every department,
of production. The paper Is OF the 6r>t n,anuac.
ture, and the ihk supplied from the celebrated
printing ink establishment of Messrs. Law son &
Co. Of PARIS. SlX Of the monthly portions. when
completed. form volume. which, ior interest,
originality. yaIuc, and beauty, defy competition.
II Is not only an Interesting family book but a rich
ornament for drawin2-room table, and a pleas
ant companion IN the study.
III" parts appear on the first Of every month at
twenty-five cents each. 10 subscribers.
Agent for Washington,
JOE SU1LLINGTON
Odcon Building, corner I! 81. II Penn. Ave.
sep. 2J--ti#