On the Theory of Painting, and, Synopsis of Practical Perspective

T. H. Fielding

Published by W. H. Allen & Co; Smith, Elder & Co, London, 1835

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A volume of two scarce second edition treatises on painting by T. H. Fielding, both signed by the author, complete with hand-coloured plates. Two volumes bound in one.Signed by the author to the recto of the front free endpaper of both works.'On the Theory of Painting', the second edition of this scarce work. A monograph on painting, exploring both oils and watercolours, guiding the reader on how to master the art.With chapters on chiaroscuro, beauty, grace, expression, design, composition, and more, as well as a glossary of terms used in painting.Illustrated with six hand-coloured plates and eight monochrome plates. Collated, complete.'Synopsis of Practical Perspective, Lineal and Aerial', the second edition of this scarce work. This volume is likewise a monograph on painting, however with the focus of perspective, both lineal and aerial, and how it works within paintings.Illustrated with seventeen folding plates, one hand-coloured plate, and one plate. Collated, complete.By Theodore Henry Adolphus Fielding, a painter and engraved known for working in watercolours, stipple, and aquatint. In a full calf binding. Externally, generally smart, a little rubbed. Minor bumping to the extremities. Author's inscription to the recto of the front endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and generally clean with scattered spots. Good.

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Title: On the Theory of Painting, and, Synopsis of Practical Perspective
Publisher: W. H. Allen & Co; Smith, Elder & Co, London
Publication Date: 1835
Binding: Leather
Illustrator: Not Stated
Condition: Good
Signed: signed by author
Book Type: book

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