George Bickham

The Universal Penman. Engrav'd by George Bickham

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ISBN 13:
9781379488811
author:
George Bickham
format:
Hardcover
publisher:
Gale ECCO, Print Editions
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
224
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£26.99

Description

The Universal Penman. Engrav'd by George Bickham This 18th-century manuscript is a comprehensive guide to modern penmanship, featuring instructional works on painting, sculpture, architecture, music, theater, and other disciplines. It includes catalogs of art objects, comic operas, and more. Originally published in 52 parts between 1733 and 1741, this high-quality digital copy brings these invaluable works to a new generation of scholars and enthusiasts. The book's contents reflect the neoclassical style that dominated artistic fields after 1750, showcasing the fascination with Greek and Roman antiquity during this period. A valuable resource for libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars, this print edition makes previously inaccessible works highly accessible.

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