On Imitative Art: Its Principles and Progress, with Preliminary Remarks on Beauty, Sublimity, and Taste (1882)

On Imitative Art: Its Principles And Progress, With Preliminary Remarks On Beauty, Sublimity, And Taste is a book written by Thomas Henry Dyer and originally published in 1882. The book focuses on the principles and progress of imitative art, exploring the ways in which artists can create works that accurately represent the world around them. Dyer begins the book with a discussion of beauty, sublimity, and taste, laying the groundwork for the later chapters on imitative art. He then delves into the history of art, discussing the development of various styles and techniques over time. He also examines the role of the artist in society and the importance of art in human culture.Throughout the book, Dyer provides numerous examples of imitative art, from the works of the ancient Greeks to the contemporary art of his own time. He also offers practical advice for aspiring artists, discussing the importance of technique, composition, and perspective.Overall, On Imitative Art: Its Principles And Progress, With Preliminary Remarks On Beauty, Sublimity, And Taste is a comprehensive exploration of the principles and practices of imitative art. It is a valuable resource for artists, art historians, and anyone interested in the history and theory of art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.