Washington sentinel., 1853-10-16
Sep 29-tf*
vT,HE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF

u Art.--The number published on the lst Of July
being the commencement Of a new volume affords
an excellent opportunity for new subscribers to
commence the work.
The numbers already published of the illustrated
Magazine OF Art have al 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 It's name: Magazine oi
Art Io,render tins more strikingly 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 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 The School oil
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-
esting period in the history Of the Venitan repub-
lie, BY Jonathan Freke Slingsby, of the Dublin
University Magazine; and contributions from
William and Mary Hewitt, Percy b. st. John,
FitZJames O'Bren. 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 engravngs, designed by the first artists
in the world, and engraved in the highest style OF
modern art
2. The portrait gallery. This department con-
sists of beautifully executed portraits of the lead
ing characters Of the past and present age, espe-
ciay of those who figure on the stage of humanity
as the worlds benefactors. 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, flowers
geological and fossil specimens, Se, with accom-
panying descriptions.
A. The triumphs of architectural art are dis
played in exquisitely finished representations OF
eathedrals. 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-
companied with highly finished engraved copies
Of his chetS-deur,e.
6. The scetfc portions are rendered highly
interesting by the familiar explanations and the
numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
ject.
7. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
processes in fully explained by minute
details, and an abundance of beautiful engravings.
S. Machinery and inventions have due attention
paid 10 them and are described by numerous ap-
propraie engraWhgs.
8. 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 al least MiHy Snper5
sngraring gs, fonr of which printed separately
on superfine plate paper
The greatest care s taken in every department
of production. The paper is of the first manuiac-
ture, and the ink supplied from the celebrated
printing ink establishment OF Me:srs. Lawson &
Co, of Paris. Six of the monthly portions, when
completed form volume, which, for interest
originality, value, and beauty, defy competition
Il is not only interesting family book, but rich
ornament for drawing-room table. and a pleas.
ant companion in the study
The parts appear on the first of every month, al
twenty-five cents each, TO subscribers.
Agent for Washington,
JOE SHILLfNGTON,
Odeon Building, corner Al st. & Penn. Ave.
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