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The craftsman's handbookThe craftsman's handbook

The craftsman's handbook1954

Cennino Cennini, Jr. Daniel V. Thompson

About this book

"Obviously of great merit." — Art Material Trade News. Fifteenth-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 the Middle Ages. Translation and Introduction by D. V. Thompson. "Delightful flavor..." — N.Y. Herald Tribune.

Details

First published
1954
OL Work ID
OL3566638W

Subjects

Early works to 1800TechniquePaintingDecorative arts & craftsHistory - RenaissanceHouse & HomeArt & Art InstructionDo-It-YourselfTechniques - GeneralCrafts & Hobbies / GeneralGeneral

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