Lectures On Painting Delivered To The Students Of The Royal Academy

Lectures On Painting Delivered To The Students Of The Royal Academy

by Edward Armitage

This 1883 volume, penned by Edward Armitage, a prominent Victorian painter and lecturer at the Royal Academy, delves into the fundamentals of painting. It offers a comprehensive exploration of artistic techniques, historical styles, and compositional principles. Covering topics ranging from ancient costumes and Byzantine art to modern schools of European painting, the book also addresses drawing, color theory, decorative painting, and the selection of subject matter. Armitage's insights, delivered in the form of lectures originally given to students of the Royal Academy, provide valuable guidance for aspiring artists seeking to develop their technical skills and artistic vision.

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