Washington sentinel., 1853-10-15
rTlHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE or

Il Artt-The number published on the j stof 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 it at the head
of the magazines or any publication of the day,
and no expense will be spared 10 render if, 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 incndes 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 engravings 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 Tho 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 nost inter-
estng period in the history of the Fenitian repub
lie, by Jonathan Freke Slingsby, of the Dublin
University Magazine and contributions from
William and Mary Howiit, Percy B. ST. John.
FitzJames OBrien, and other writers of dstinc-
ton in America and Europe.
The following is brief outline of the plan of
the Magazine:
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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 eini-
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-
cnllv of who n of hut anif
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
ofbeasts BIRDS fishes, insects, forest Trees flowers,
geological and fossil specimens &e., with accom-
panying descriptions.
A. 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-
companicd with highly finished engraved copies
Of his chsfs-d1nrre.
@. The scietiiic portions are rendered highly
interesting by the familiar explanations and the
numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
]ect
!. Manufactures The principal manufacturing
processes in use are 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
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 of
Art is decidedly superior TO any magazine Of the
day..
Each monthly part contains at least thirty superb
saagrari,ags, four of which printed separately
on superfine plate paper.
The greatest care is taken in every department
OF production. The paper is OF the first nlanufac-
iure, and the ink supplied from the celebrated
printing ink establishment Of Me;srs Lawson sc
Co, OF Paris. Six of the monthly portions, when
completed, form volume, which, for interest
originality, value, and beauty, defy competition.
II IS no; only an interesting family book but rich
ornament for a drawng-room table and a 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 Al st. q Penn Ave
Sep. 29--tM