Wyeths famous illustrations in the 1930s, through to walt disneys various adaptations, from the definitively influential 1950 version starring robert newton version to 2002s treasure planet. For the beautiful color prints chromolithographs from the book of the horse please click here. I have the diary of pepys 16621663 published by cassell. Tell us what else you do know and the antiques appraiser will be able to better assist you. Containing engravings of the principal masterpieces of the english, dutch, flemish, french, and german schools, with biographical sketches of the painters, and critical notices of their productions. Interior of both volumes are in good condition, clean shape with beautiful colour reproductions of 100 famous paintings tipped in. Famous paintings, cassell and company limited london, new york, toronto and melbourne 1912. The paucity of formal studies of museum and art book publishing leaves gaps in the. The most cassell families were found in the usa in 1880. Dore subsequently went on to win commissions to depict scenes from books by.
Famous paintings selected from the worlds great galleries and reproduced in colour by chesterton, g. The book holds a couple of short paragraphs as well as bubbles on information around the painting to point out some of the key elements of the piece of art. Paintings and handpulled prints landscape and figurative art a painting by. Florence nightingale, byname lady with the lamp, born may 12, 1820, florence italydied august, 1910, london, england, british nurse, statistician, and social reformer who was the foundational philosopher of modern nursing. These are some of the classics that have been collected for centuries see more ideas about famous books, art and illustration. Being a complete encyclopaedia of domestic and social economy by hardpress creator and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Mere words dont do their paintings justice, so browse through our gallery and see all. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff. Learn about the artist and find an indepth biography, exhibitions, original artworks, the latest news, and sold auction prices. Antique equestrian prints from cassells book of the horse. Famous paintings cassell and company famous paintings for myspace layouts famous painting couple dancing in rain picassos famous paintings famous painting the scream famous paintings of waves raphaels most famous paintings famous artists horse paintings famous resturant painting mexican famouse artist and paintings famous painting standing figure. The paintings are selected from the worlds great galleries and reproduced in colour the introduction to the book is by g.
Over two hundred vintage antique art books make an offer. Choose your favorite famous artists greeting cards from thousands of available designs. With over 45 years of experience we look forward to helping you build your library. Green pouter cock antique lithographic print from cassell s by huntsantiqueprints on etsy see more. The paintings are selected from the worlds great galleries and reproduced in colour. Forget banksy, here are the worlds 15 best street artists british gq. Compton sir, 2 books philip gosse, 1 book george manville fenn, 1 book thorpe, t. There have been many posthumous illustrative treatments and cinematic adaptations of stevensons most famous work, treasure island, from n.
Other periodicals included the illustrated magazine of art 185354, later revived as the magazine of art to greater success some years after. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. I have the diary of pepys 16621663 published by cassell i have the diary of. Apr 18, 2020 the book is always a bit better when you have a few illustrations. Common subjects search for books published by cassell and company, limited. The cassell family name was found in the usa, the uk, canada, and scotland between 1840 and 1920. See more ideas about old childrens books, vintage childrens books and antique books. With about 500 choice engravings from famous paintings and from original drawings by the first artists of the day. Atala by chateaubriand spine split and pieces missing ill.
Choose your favorite famous paintings from millions of available designs. Sep 01, 2009 the usborne book of famous paintings dickens, rosie, hopman, philip, adler, kathleen, butler, nicola on. The american edition preceded the cassell english edition. Cassells household guide to every department of practical life. Van gogh taschen w dj world famous paintings edited by rockwell kent 1939 most of spine missing. Famous paintings selected worlds great galleries reproduced colour, used abebooks. In 1840 there were 20 cassell families living in ohio. A complete list arranged by date of churchills 43 booklength works in 72 volumes. Windmill ministries gustave dore illustrated bibles and books we offer free shipping on all items in the us. The books of sir winston churchill the international churchill.
Commercial companies and university presses also published in the sector. John cassell author of john cassells art treasures exhibition. Nightingale was put in charge of nursing british and allied soldiers in turkey during the crimean war. Famous paintings selected from the worlds great galleries and reproduced in colour. The american heritage book of indians slipcase 1961 w dj. With fifty coloured portraits of prize birds, painted from life, and numerous wood engravings. Originally published in 1921, this famous essay finally made book form 37 years later. Alfred smith barnes learned the publishing trade while working for d. His paintings remain worldrenowned, but his woodcuts and engravings, like.
The first to fifth series of this famous horticultural work, familiar wild flowers. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. The usborne book of famous paintings by rosie dickens. Works and artists include hope by watts, john constable, madonna and the child by botticelli, and rembrandt. Get premium, high resolution news photos at getty images. They are wonderful quality prints with just enough information about each one. His paintings remain worldrenowned, but his woodcuts and engravings, like those he did for jerrold, are where he really excelled as an artist with an individual vision. Famous paintings selected from the world great galleries vol i chesterton on. Great pictures by great painters 2 volumes by fish, arthur and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In january 2002, cassell imprints, including the cassell reference and cassell military were joined with the. These are large heavy books and will require additional.
She spent many hours in the wards, and her night rounds giving. Profusely illustrated with new and original drawings by the best artists and with reproductions in rembrandt photogravure and in colours of historical paintings by famous artists etc. A pilgrimage, with 180 engravings, was published in 1872. I got a book and want to know whats it worth the magazine of. Charles burton barber 18451894, not to be confused with the landscape painter from liverpool with the same name who died in 1854, was primarily known for his charming paintings of children with animals. The usborne book of famous paintings is a favourite find this year. Heritage book shop specializes in finding rare books and first editions. The usborne book of famous paintings dickens, rosie, hopman, philip, adler, kathleen, butler, nicola on. A book of juvenile verse written and beautifully drawn by walter crane 18451915, the famous artist and book illustrator.
A colour print from famous paintings, with an introduction by gilbert chesterton, cassell and company. Chesterton and descriptive notes one hundred famous paintings other authors. Famous paintings hardcover january 1, 2009 by rosie dickins author visit amazons rosie dickins page. It is done in love pastel pink tones and bright orange accents. Pauls cathedral on diamond jubilee day, june 22, 1897. Art itself always tells a story, but often has an intriguing tale behind it as well, which is why we chose to compile a list of 12 famous paintings with the stories behind them. If you choose to use one of them i would appreciate a link back to this page. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. From the worlds great galleries and reproduced in colour vol.
Thirty illustrated cards full of interesting facts about some of the worlds most beloved paintings. I have written, for example in delight with robert bateman, that there is a unique pleasure and triumph of accomplishment when we learn a subject we knew little about. Famous paintings selected from the worlds great galleries. Art scarce and decorative antiquarian books and first editions on. An exlibrary book and may have standard library stamps andor. A nice, bright copy of famous paintings published by cassell. All famous paintings ship within 48 hours and include a 30day moneyback guarantee. Cassell and company, limited 1894 book cover art book cover design book design book art illustration art nouveau book illustration vintage book covers vintage books vintage library. Browse by artist theyre all here from rembrandt to da vinci to pissaro to canaletto. Galleons and galleys cassell history of warfare guilmartin, john on. Items similar to antique lithographic print from cassell s book of pigeons blue pouter cock on etsy cassell s pigeon book chromolithographs from paintings by jw ludlow john derian company inc. Famous paintings selected worlds great galleries reproduced. A first edition of this nineteenthcentury work on holbein by the famous art historian. The company, 1911, by american type founders company page images at hathitrust amherst.
An antique edition of famous paintings with an introduction and descriptive notes by g. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Each card has an image of a famous painting on one side and fascinating facts on the reverse, including the story behind the painting, when, where and by whom it was painted and interesting details. The first illustrations for treasure island robert louis. Great pictures by great painters by arthur fish abebooks. History of don quixote cervantes bauman rare books. It is hardcover and has 35 famous paintings in chronological order. Floras feast a masque of flowers, cassell and company, 1889. The beautiful book of nursery rhymes, by frank adams. This book contains fifty famous paintings, with annotations. Education about something we can now practice feels good. Other periodicals included the illustrated magazine of art 1853 54, later revived as the magazine of art to greater success some years after. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable.
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