Product Description: th-century handbook, written by a working artist of the day, reveals secrets and techniques of the masters in drawing, oil painting, frescoes, panel painting, gilding, casting, more. Direct link to artists of Middle ages. Translation, introduction by D. V. Thompson. "...delightful flavor..."--N.Y. Herald Tribune.
The Craftsman's Handbook: "Il Libro dell' Arte" Along with De Re Metallica, one of the bibles of medieval and Renaissance methods and technics in art. However, I have always found the Thompson translation to be somewhat lacking.
Insight into renaissance painting technique This ultimate treatise on painting technique, together with the perception and insight of the artist Cenninni opens a wonderful new window into the realities of art and craftsmanship in this fascinating period. One also gets an idea of just how skilled these people are and how hard they worked to achieve the perfection in their works. A MUST-have for anyone interested in Renaissance painting, or painting technique - from the horse's mouth. I'm thrilled to possess this book!
A Masterpiece Learn how to paint like medieval artists, right down to the colors and techniques they used.
instruction manual for historic painting This little gem contains a great deal of use for anyone trying to duplicate authentic, medieval /rennaisance painting techniques. The instructions on making egg tempera paints, for example, are extremely clear. This book may as well have "required reading" on the cover for anyone who is interested in painting, calligraphy, illumination or related fields in history and practice.
Please be aware! many techniques, pigments, and methods used in history were hazardous. many pigments in use in proffessional art workshops today are hazardous as well, but the Medeival artist did not have OSHA regulations and disclaimers. Please investigate the safety of ANY procedure or pigment before use.
This book is referenced by many other authors and webpages for their instructions, and can be used as Primary Documentation for most living history groups
After reading this,one can truly appreciate some of the perks of being an artist in 21 century... When you open this little book you are in for a shock. Or, shall I say - a jolt back to a reality show from a florentine painting workshop circa 1400?
It is a completely unrefined(even quite raw to some tastes)step by step manual on the nitty-gritty of paint and medium preparation which can generally attract two types of readers - the professional painter who has heard of this little collection(and its mysterious "painting secrets") from word of mouth; or else, the seeker of bizzare and obscure literature of times past - in both cases you will go through this book alternating between bouts of disbelief and hysterical laughter... Great entertainment, and perhaps even a thing or two to learn about how renaissance artists saw themselves and their work.
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