Modern Painter's Cyclopedia (1918)

By Frederick Maire

Book Overview

The Modern Painter's Cyclopedia, written by Frederick Maire and published in 1918, is a comprehensive guide to painting techniques and materials. The book covers a wide range of topics, including color theory, brushwork, composition, and the use of various mediums such as oil, watercolor, and pastel. The author also provides detailed instructions for creating a variety of painting styles, from landscapes and portraits to still lifes and abstract art. The book is illustrated with numerous examples of paintings and sketches, as well as diagrams and charts to aid in the understanding of technical concepts. The Modern Painter's Cyclopedia is an invaluable resource for both amateur and professional painters, providing a wealth of information on the art of painting that remains relevant to this day.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: 1164946536
• ISBN13: 9781164946533
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 474 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"