The Materials Of The Artist And Their Use In Painting: With Notes On The Techniques Of The Old Masters
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Max Doerner
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rupert Hart-Davis, 1962
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Max Doerner's seminal work, The Materials Of The Artist: & Their Use In Painting With Notes On The Techniques Of The Old Masters, presents an exhaustive examination of the physical components and methods employed in artistic creation. This authoritative text meticulously details the pigments, binders, and supports that have shaped painting throughout history, offering invaluable insights into their properties and applications. It further uncovers the secrets behind the enduring brilliance of the Old Masters, instructing readers on their historical techniques and material choices. The volume serves as an essential resource for artists, conservators, and art historians seeking a profound understanding of painting's technical foundations. Doerner's rigorous scholarship illustrates the intricate relationship between artistic vision and material science, making it a cornerstone reference in the field.
Author: Max Doerner
Binding: Hardback
Published: Rupert Hart-Davis, 1962
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Max Doerner's seminal work, The Materials Of The Artist: & Their Use In Painting With Notes On The Techniques Of The Old Masters, presents an exhaustive examination of the physical components and methods employed in artistic creation. This authoritative text meticulously details the pigments, binders, and supports that have shaped painting throughout history, offering invaluable insights into their properties and applications. It further uncovers the secrets behind the enduring brilliance of the Old Masters, instructing readers on their historical techniques and material choices. The volume serves as an essential resource for artists, conservators, and art historians seeking a profound understanding of painting's technical foundations. Doerner's rigorous scholarship illustrates the intricate relationship between artistic vision and material science, making it a cornerstone reference in the field.