Washington sentinel., 1853-11-10
Sep 29-tfs

HNHE ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE OF
IL Art.-The number published on the lst of July,
being the commencement of a new volume affords
an excellent opportunity for new subscribers to
commence the work.
The numbers already published of the Illustrated
Magazine of Art have al once placed il 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
Art. To render this more strikingly apparent, the
proprietor has determined to incorporate with
I The Magazine of Art the g History and Works
Of the Painters of all Natons.n 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 engravings preparing for future numbers
are in the hands of the first artists Of America,
England, France, and Germany series Of tales
OF the most interesting description are in the
course of publication, including g 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,
FitzJames OBrien, and other writer's Of ais,inc-
lion in America and Europe.
The following is a 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 writer's 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.
| 9. The portrait gallery. This department con-
sists OF beautifully executed portraits of the lead
ling characters of the past and present age, espe-
ciay of those who figure on the stage Of humanity
as the worlds bcnetactors. 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 A. The triunphs Of architectural art are dis
played in exqnisitely finished representations of
cathedrals. churches palaces, aud 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
companied with highly finished engraved copies
| of his clefS-dGurrc.
| 6. The seietihc 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.
/ S. Machinery and inventions have due attention
! paid 10 them, aud are described by numerous APP
| tproprate engravings.
u $. The literary department, independently of the
lIyarions articles accompanying the illustrations,
comprises original and interesting narratives, con-
itributed by the most popular writers of the day,
with numerous illustrations.
Il In every respect, The Illustrated Magazine of
Art is decidedly superior TO any magazine of the
day.
II Each monthly part contains at least Thirty superb
IEengraoings, four Of which printed separately
| on superiine 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-room table, and pleas
ant companion in the study.
The parts appear on the first efevery month, at
TWENTY-FIVE cents each, TO subscribers
Agent for Washington,
JOE SHILLINGTON,
Odeon Building, corner Al st. Il Penn. Ave.
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