Bøger af William Hookham Carpenter

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""A Guide To The Drawings And Prints Exhibited In The King�������s Library: British Museum (1858)"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by William Hookham Carpenter. The book is dedicated to the collection of drawings and prints in the King�������s Library at the British Museum. It provides a detailed description of the collection, including its history, contents, and significance. The book is divided into two parts, the first part is dedicated to the drawings, while the second part covers the prints. The guidebook is written in a clear and concise language, making it accessible to both scholars and laypeople. It includes illustrations of some of the most important and interesting pieces in the collection. The book also provides information on the artists and their works, as well as the techniques used to create them. Overall, ""A Guide To The Drawings And Prints Exhibited In The King�������s Library: British Museum (1858)"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of art and printmaking. It offers a comprehensive and detailed look at one of the most important collections of drawings and prints in the world, making it an essential addition to any art lover's library.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.

Pictorial Notices: Consisting Of A Memoir Of Sir Anthony Van Dyck, With A Descriptive Catalogue Of The Etchings Executed By Him (1844) is a book written by William Hookham Carpenter. The book is a comprehensive collection of information about Sir Anthony Van Dyck, a famous Flemish Baroque artist. The book includes a memoir of Van Dyck's life, which covers his early years, his training as an artist, his travels throughout Europe, and his later years as a court painter in England. The book also contains a detailed catalogue of the etchings executed by Van Dyck, which includes information about each print's subject matter, technique, and provenance. The book is illustrated with reproductions of Van Dyck's etchings, as well as portraits and other artworks by the artist. Overall, Pictorial Notices is an important resource for anyone interested in the life and work of Sir Anthony Van Dyck, and provides valuable insights into the art and culture of the Baroque period.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.