Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-19
Sep 29-tf*
rJlHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF


il Art.-The number published on the lst 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 al 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 its name: Magazine OF
Art. To render this more strikingly 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 descriptivc 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 oil
Life, written and illustrated by Anna Mary
daughter of William and Mary Hewitt with en-
cravings, from drawings made expressly by the
anthoress Also, an historical novel, entitled
The Dead Bridal illustrative of The most inter
esting period in the history of the Ventian repub-
lie, by Jonathan Freke Sngsby, 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 aud Europe.
The following is brief outline Of the plan Of
the Magazine
l. 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 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-
sists of beautifully executed portraits of the lead
ing characters of the past and present age, espe-
cialy of those who figure on the Stage ofhumanity
as the worlds beneiactors Each portrait is ac-
companled by an interesting biographical sketch.
3. The wonders of natural history, botany, and
other sciences, are developed in choice engravings
ofbeasis, birds, fishes insects, forest trees flowers,
geological and fossil specimens, &c., with accom-
panying descriptions.
4. The triumphs of architectural art are DIS
played in exquistey finished representations of
cathedrals, churches, palaces, and other models
Of ancient 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 is given ac-
companied with highly finished engraved copies
of his chetS-dGu
6. The seietific portions are rendered highly
interesting by the familiar explanations and the
numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
lect.
T. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
processes in 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 APP
propsiaie engravings.
9. The literary department independently of the
various articles accompanying the illustrations,
comprises original and interesting narratives con-
trbuted by the most popular writers Of the day,
with numerous illustrations.
In every respect, The Illustrated Magazine Of
Art" is decidedly superior 10 any magazine Of the
day.
Each monthly part contains at leastihiyty Sape,b
sngyarfngs, four Of which printed separately
on snperine plate paper.
The greatest care is taken in every department
Of production. The paper is of the first manufac-
ture, and the ink supplied from the celebrated
printing ink establishment of Messrs Lawson &
Co, Of Paris Six of the monthly portions, when
compstsl, form volume, which for interest,
originality, value, and beauty, defy competition
II is not only an interesting family book, but rich
ornament for drawing-room table, ana a pleas
ant companion in the study.
The parts appear the first Of every month, at
twenty five cents each, TO subscribers.
AGENT for Washington,
JOE SHILLINGTON,
Odeon Building, oo.nG. y 81. & Penn. Ave.
Sep. 29--tf*