The Proportions Of The Human Figure - William Wetmore Story - Bog

""The Proportions of the Human Figure"" is a book written by William Wetmore Story in 1864. The book presents a new canon for the proportions of the human figure, which can be used practically by artists, sculptors, and other professionals who work with human forms. The author explains the new canon in detail, providing measurements and diagrams to help readers understand how to apply it. The book also includes a brief history of the study of human proportions, as well as examples of how the new canon can be used in practice. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of the human form, and it remains a classic text in the field today.With A Critical Notice Of The Canon Of Polycletus, And Of The Principal Ancient And Modern Systems.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.