Washington sentinel., 1853-10-19
THE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF

Il Aft.-Ihe number published on The lst of July,
beng the commencement Of new volume, affords
an excellent opportunity Tor new subscribers 10
commence the work. ...
The numbers already published of the illustrated
hagaZine OF Art have at placed il at the head
OF the magazines or any publication OF the day,
ahd no expense viii be spared to render il. in
every respect, worthy OF its name: 4 Magazine of
Art. TO reader this more Strlkingy apparen, 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 oi celebrity, descriptive catalogues OF their
performances, and beautifully engraved COPIES of
their chief works. The works OF one painter viii
appear in each monthly part.
1hc 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 OF
Life, written and illustrated by Anna Mary
daughter Of William and Mary Howit, 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 Venitan repub-
lic by Jonathan Frekc Slingsby, OF the Dublin
University Magazine; and contributions from
William and Mary Hewitt Percy b. ST. John,
FnzJames Oliricn. and other writer's of distnc.
tlon in America and Europe.
The following is brief outline of the plan of
the Magazine:
|. The historical department abounds with pic
turesquc representations of the most remarkable
events which have occurred in this and other
countries; accompanied with interesting amec-
dotes and details from the pen of the most emf
nent writer's Of the day. This department, contains
splendid engravlngs designed by the first artists
IN the world, and engraved in the highest style of
modern art. y
z. The portrait gallery. This department con
sists Of beautifully executed portraits of the lead
ing characters OF the past and present age, espe-
caily OF those who figure on the stage of humanity
as the worlds bcneiacorS. Each portrait is ac-
companled by an interesting biographical sketch.
B. The wonders Of natural history, botany and
other sciences are developed in choice engra wings
OF beasts, birds. fishes insects, forest trees owers
geological and fossil specimens &c, with accom-
panyIng descriptions.
4. The triumphs Of architectural art are dis
played in exquistely finished representations Of
cathcdrals, churches palaces, aud other models
OF ancient and modern architectural art.
g. 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-
conpanied with highly finished engraved copies
OF his rhcts-dnurre.
d. | he scicti!ic portions arc rendered highly
interesting by the familiar explanations and The
numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
lcct.
7. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
processes IN use are fully explained by minute
details, and an abundance of beautiful eugrayingS
). Machinery and inventions have due attention
paid To them. and are described by numerous ap-
proprlatc cngravingS.
.. The literary departments independently of the
yarou> articles accompanying the illustrations
comprises original and Interesting narratives. con
trlbued by the most popular writer's 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 least Mirig Snpt,b
en- mgrorimgs, four Of which are printed .eparuielv.
on snperfne plate paper.
The greatest care j. taken in every department
OF production. The paper is OF the tlrst man,llac-
iure, and the ink supplied from the celebrated
printing ink establishment of Ne,srs. Lawson x
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 an interesting family book bu, rich
ornament for drawng-room table, and pleas
ant companion in the study.
The parts appear on the iir>t Of every month, at
twenty-five cents each, TO Subscribers.
Agent for WASH. gton,
JOE SIILLINGTON,
Ca"on Building corner "A 81. q Penn Ave.
Sop. 2.'--tis