Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-10-23
Sep 29-tfe
,pHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF

j Art-The number published on the It Of July,
being the commencement of a 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 It's name: Magazine OF
Art To render tins 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 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 ensravings 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, historical novel, entitled
"The Dead Bridal Illustrative of the most inter-
esting period in the history of the Ventian repub-
lie, by Jonathan Freke Slingsby, Of the Dublin
University Magazine; and contributions from
William and Mary Hewitt, Percy b. st. John,
FitzJames O'Brcn, 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 theday. This department contains
splendid engravings, designed by the first artists
| in the world and engraved in the highest style OF
modern art.
q The portrait gallery This department con.
sists of beautifully executed portraits of the lead.
ing characters OF the past and present age, espe.
cially of those who figure the stage of humanity
| as the worlds benefactors. Each portrait is ac-
companed by an interesting biographical sketch.
g. 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, &c, with accom-
panying descriptions.
A. The triumphs of architectural art are dis
played in exqusitely finished representations OF
cathedrals, churches, palaces, and other models
| OF ancient and modern architectural art.
S. The works of the great masters, selected from
1 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-daHrrs.
| 6. The scietitic portions are rendered highly
interesting by the familiar explanations and the
| numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
| lect.
1 7. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
processes in use are fully explained by minute
| details, and an abundance of beautiful engrayings
| S. Machinery and inventions have due attention
paid TO them, and described by numerous APP
propriate engravings.
9. 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 o
Art is decidedly superior to any magazine of the
day
i Each monthly part contains al least THIRTY supeyl
sngyaciags, four of which are printed separately
on super6ne plate paper.
4 The greatest care is taken in every department
/ Of production. The paper is of the first lnanufac
ture, and the ink supplied from the celebrated
/ printing ink establishment OF Messrs. Lawson &
! Co, of Paris. Six of the monthly portions wher
/ completed, form volume, which, for interest
originality, value, and beauty, defy competition
II is not only interesting family book, bur rcl
| ornament for a drawng-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,
Odson Building, corner A st. 81 Penn. Ave.
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