Bøger af Henry Thomas Alken

A classic work of equestrian art, this beautifully illustrated book explores the many aspects of the equine form, from its muscular structure and movement, to its facial expressions and temperament. Alken's keen eye for detail and his passion for horses shine through on every page, making this a must-have for any horse lover or art enthusiast.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Art and Practice of Etching is a comprehensive guide to the techniques and methods of etching, written by Henry Thomas Alken in 1849. The book provides detailed instructions on the various stages of the etching process, from preparing the plate to applying the acid and printing the final image. In addition to etching, Alken also provides directions for other methods of light and entertaining engraving, including aquatint and mezzotint. He covers the tools and materials needed for each technique, as well as tips and tricks for achieving the best results. The book is illustrated with numerous examples of Alken's own etchings, providing readers with a visual guide to the techniques described in the text. It also includes a glossary of terms and a list of suppliers for those interested in pursuing etching as a hobby or profession. Overall, The Art and Practice of Etching is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of printmaking, providing a detailed and practical guide to one of the most popular and versatile techniques.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.