Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1853-11-30
rT,HE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF
Sep 29--tm

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 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 of
EAArt To render this more strikingy 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
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 " 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,
FitzJames O'Brien, 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 ancc-
| 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-
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 beneiactors. 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-.
| panyng descriptions.
i 4. 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.
5. The works ofthe great masters selected from
the principal galleries of art in the world. In
general, the portrait of the masters is given, &C.
companied with highly finished engraved copies
of his chefs-dGarre.
6. The seetifc portions rendered highly
| interesting by the familiar explanations and the
numerous diagrams which accompany each sub
| Iect. ."
! z. Manufactures. The principal manufacturing
| processes in use are fully explained by minute
details, and an abundance of beautiful engravings
/ S. Machinery and inventions have due attention
paid to them, and are described by numerous ap
propriate engravings.
8. 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 oil
Art" is decidedly superior to any magazine of the
| day.
! Each monthly part contains at least thirty snper5
engrauings, four of which are printed separately
| on superine 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 Il
| Co. Of Paris. Six Of the monthly portions, when
completed, form volume, which, Tor interest
| originality, value, and beauty, defy competition
II is not only an interesting family book, but rich
i ornament for drawing-room table, and pleas
1 ant companion in the study.
The parts appear on the first of every month, al
| twenty five cents each, to subscribers.
/ Agent for Washington,
| JOE SHILLINGTON,
Odeon Building, corner Al ST. IL Penn. Ave-
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