A Short History Of Engraving And Etching: For The Use Of Collectors And Students, With Full Bibliography, Classified List And Index Of Engravers (1908

By Arthur Mayger Hind

Book Overview

A Short History of Engraving and Etching: For the Use of Collectors and Students, with Full Bibliography, Classified List and Index of Engravers is a book written by Arthur Mayger Hind in 1908. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of engraving and etching, and is intended for both collectors and students of the art form. The book includes a detailed bibliography, as well as a classified list and index of engravers, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the subject. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the techniques used in engraving and etching, the history of the art form, and the works of famous engravers throughout history. Overall, A Short History of Engraving and Etching is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and techniques of these art forms.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164549162
• ISBN13: 9781164549161
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 494 Pages
• Weight: 2.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.3" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

Great Reference for Purchasing and Evaluating Antique Engravings and Etchings

Exhaustive history and explanation of the art. I like the discussion of major artists in each era with the evaluation of their strengths and weaknesses. Great reference.

A must

This is an excellent reference work. A must for antique print collectors. It's value holds up no matter how much time goes by.