Washington sentinel., 1853-11-08
TlHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF
HERMAN ]. MEYER,
New York, No. 16i, William-st
JOE SHILLINGTON,
Sep 2stM

TNHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF
IL Art--The number published ON the LIST 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 at the head
of the magazines or any publication Of the day,
and no expense will be spared 10 render il, in
every respect, worthy of lis name: a 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, 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 engrayings 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, an historical novel, entitled
The Dead Bridal Illustrative of the most inter-
estng period in the history of the Venitian repub-
lie, by Jonathan Freke Slingsby, of the Dublin
University Magazine; and contributions from
William and Mary Hewitt, Percy B. ST. John,
FtzJames OBrien, and other writers Of distinc-
ton in America and Europe
The following is brief outline of the plan of
the Magazine: F@
L. The historical department abounds with pic-
turesquc 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-
sisis of beautifully executed portraits of the lead
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cialy 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, &C.. with accom-.
panying descriptions.
4. The triumphs of architectural art are dis.
played in exquistey finished representations of
eathedrals, churches palaces, and other models
Of ancient and modern architectural art. Q4sE4
S. 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-d9nUrs.
| 6. The seietific portions are rendered highly
interesting by the familiar explanations and the
| numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
| ject.
| z. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
| processes IN use are fully explained by minute
details, and an abundance of beautiful engravings
1 s. Machinery and inventions have due attention
paid to them, and are described by numerous APP
! propriate engrayings.
/ q 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,
4 with numerous illustrations.
In every respect, The Illustrated Magazine of
Art" is decidedly superior to any magazine of the
| day. it& 3s
Each monthly part contains at least thirty super5
engyaUings, four of which are printed separately,
on superfine 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 volume, which, for interest
originality, value, and beauty, defy competition
II is not only interesting family book but rich
ornament for drawing groom table, and pleas.
ant companion in the study.
The parts appear on the first of every month at
twenty-five cents each, to subscribers.
Agent for Washington,
JOE SHILLINGTON,
Odeon Building, corner A st. 81 Penn. Ave.
Sep. 29-tN