Wax Portraits and Silhouettes is a book written by Ethel Stanwood Bolton and published in 1914. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of creating wax portraits and silhouettes. It includes detailed instructions on the techniques and materials required to create these beautiful and intricate works of art. The book begins with an overview of the history of wax portraits and silhouettes, including their popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries. It then goes on to provide step-by-step instructions on how to create these works of art, including how to make the wax mixture, how to create the mold, and how to add details and finishing touches.The book also includes a section on creating silhouettes, which were a popular form of portraiture in the 18th and 19th centuries. The author provides detailed instructions on how to create these profiles using a variety of materials, including paper, card, and glass.Throughout the book, the author provides helpful tips and tricks for creating wax portraits and silhouettes, as well as examples of finished works of art. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and diagrams to help readers understand the techniques and materials involved.Overall, Wax Portraits and Silhouettes is an informative and comprehensive guide to the art of creating wax portraits and silhouettes. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in this fascinating and beautiful art form.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.