A Treatise on Painting is a comprehensive guide to the art of painting, written by Cennino Cennini in 1844. The book covers a wide range of topics related to painting, including materials, techniques, and the principles of composition. Cennini draws on his own experience as a painter and the teachings of his predecessors to provide practical advice for artists of all skill levels. The book is divided into four parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of painting. Part one covers the materials and tools needed for ...
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A Treatise on Painting is a comprehensive guide to the art of painting, written by Cennino Cennini in 1844. The book covers a wide range of topics related to painting, including materials, techniques, and the principles of composition. Cennini draws on his own experience as a painter and the teachings of his predecessors to provide practical advice for artists of all skill levels. The book is divided into four parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of painting. Part one covers the materials and tools needed for painting, including pigments, brushes, and surfaces. Part two discusses the techniques of painting, including drawing, underpainting, and glazing. Part three explores the principles of composition, including perspective, proportion, and color harmony. Finally, part four provides advice on the business of painting, including how to find and keep patrons. A Treatise on Painting is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of painting, from beginners to experienced professionals.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.
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