Chats On Old Prints (1906)

By Arthur Hayden

Book Overview

Chats On Old Prints is a book written by Arthur Hayden and published in 1906. The book is a comprehensive guide to the world of old prints, discussing their history, production, and various styles. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the development of printing techniques, the different types of prints, and the artists and engravers who created them.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of the world of old prints. Topics covered include woodcuts, etchings, engravings, mezzotints, and lithographs. The author also discusses the different styles of prints, such as landscapes, portraits, and book illustrations.Throughout the book, Hayden provides numerous examples of old prints, including works by famous artists such as Rembrandt, Hogarth, and Goya. He also offers advice on how to identify and evaluate old prints, including tips on how to distinguish between original prints and reproductions.Chats On Old Prints is a valuable resource for collectors, art historians, and anyone with an interest in the history of printing and graphic arts. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to readers of all levels of expertise.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: 1104080796
• ISBN13: 9781104080792
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"