Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-10-22
TT,HE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF
Sep 29--tf*

IL Art.-The number published on the ST 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 at once placed it 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 its name: Magazine oil
Art. 10 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 thei
performances, and beautifully engraved copies Of
their chief works The works of one painter viii
appear in each monthly part.
The engravings preparing for future number.
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 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 Venitan repub-
lie, by Jonathan Freke Slingsby, of the Dublin
University Magazine; and contributions from
William and Mary Hewitt, Percy b. St. john
FltzJames CBrien, and other writers of distnc-
ton in America and 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 ancc-
dotes and details from the pen of the most emil
nent writer's 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.
3 The portrait gallery. This department con-
sists 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 benefactors. Each portrait is ac-
companied by an interesting biographical sketch.
3. 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-
panyng descriptions.
4. 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-
| companied with highly finished engraved copies
| of his chefS-dGnrrS -.
| 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 use are fully explained by minute
| s. Machinery and inventions have due attention
| paid TO them, and are described by numerous ap.
| proprate engravings.
.. 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
| sngravings, four of which are printed separately
| on superfne 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
completed, form a volume which, for interest
originality, value, and beauty, defy competition
II is not only interesting family book, but ricl
ornament for drawing-room table, and pleas
ant companion in the study.
The parts appear on the first of every month, a
TWENTY-FIVE cents each TO subscribers.
Agent for Washington,
JOE SHILLINGTON,
Odeon Building, corner A st. 81 Penn. Ave.
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