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Can drawing -- sound, honest representation of the world as the eye sees it, not tricks with the pencil or a few "effects" -- be learned from a book? One of the most gifted draftsmen, who is also one of the greatest art critics and theorists of all time, answers that question... Read Full Overview

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Timeless work by one of the greatest art critics of all time begins with bare fundamentals and offers brilliant philosophical advise. ..."the truth behind Ruskin's statements is always clear..." -- American Artist. 48 illustrations.

["The Elements of Drawing" was written during the winter of 1856. The First Edition was published in 1857; the Second followed in the same year, with some additions and slight alterations. The Third Edition consisted of sixth thousand, 1859; seventh thousand, 1860; and eighth... Read Full Overview

""The Elements of Drawing"" by John Ruskin is a comprehensive guide to the art of drawing. Originally published in the 19th century, this book has remained a classic in the field of art education. It is divided into three parts, each of which covers different aspects of drawing... Read Full Overview

John Ruskin (1819-1900) is best known for his work as an art critic and social critic, but is remembered as an author, poet and artist as well. Ruskin's essays on art and architecture were extremely influential in the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Ruskin's range was vast. He... Read Full Overview

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview