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Artists Handbook of Materials & Techniqu 5TH Edition

by Ralph Mayer

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ISBN13: 9780670837014
ISBN10: 0670837016
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Since 1940, when it was originally published, The Artist's Handbook has become indispensable for thousands of practicing artists and art students. The book has remained continually in print through many editions and has sold more than a quarter of a million copies. A detailed index makes a wealth of information readily available. Charts and line drawings throughout.

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**** An earlier edition of this classic is recommended by BCL3. This edition of the reference is revised by Steven Sheehan (Yale Art School). It covers pigments, oils, acrylics, tempera, grounds, watercolor, pastel, mural painting, gums, waxes, chemistry, conservation and various other topics including toxicity.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 675-711) and index.
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ISBN:
9780670837014
Subtitle:
Fifth Edition, Revised and Updated
Other:
Mayer, Ralph
Author:
Mayer, Ralph
Publisher:
Viking Books
Location:
New York, N.Y., U.S.A. :
Subject:
Painting
Subject:
Techniques
Subject:
Technique
Subject:
Artists' materials
Subject:
Painting - General
Subject:
Techniques - General
Subject:
Techniques - Painting
Subject:
General Art
Subject:
Painting -- Technique.
Copyright:
1991
Edition Number:
5
Edition Description:
Revised
Series Volume:
87-166.
Publication Date:
May 1991
Binding:
Hardcover
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
784
Dimensions:
9.59x6.56x2.19 in. 2.70 lbs.
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