An Introduction to Linear Drawing: Translated From the French (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Louis-Benjamin Francoeur

9780265464083: An Introduction to Linear Drawing: Translated From the French (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0265464080 ISBN 13: 9780265464083

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2020

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Master the fundamentals of drawing with a practical, classroom‑friendly guide.

This translation presents a concise, progression-based introduction to the art of drawing focused on precision and clear expression. It explains how to teach geometry and design by guiding students through a sequence of classes, from basic lines to three‑dimensional figures and architectural forms. The goal is to build exactness in execution while tying drawing to practical measurement and arithmetic.

Designed for mutual instruction, the book emphasizes hands‑on learning with slates, pencils, and simple tools. It outlines how teachers can organize pupils into levels, monitor progress, and promote independent practice that reinforces core ideas without overreliance on external instruments.

A structured path from basic right lines and angles to solids, circles, and regular polygons
Practical methods for checking accuracy with simple tools like dividers and rulers
How to apply geometric drawing to decoration, architecture, and perspective
Guidance on classroom organization, pacing, and progression for large or small groups

Ideal for students, teachers, and anyone seeking a clear, usable approach to learning linear drawing and its practical applications.

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