About Etching (1879)

""About Etching"" is a comprehensive guide to the art of etching written by Francis Seymour Haden and originally published in 1879. This book covers all aspects of etching, from the history of the art form to the technical processes involved in creating etchings. Haden provides detailed instructions on how to prepare the plate, apply the ground, and use the needle to create the design. He also discusses the different types of etching, including soft-ground etching, aquatint, and drypoint. Additionally, the book includes examples of etchings by some of the most renowned artists of the time, such as Rembrandt, Whistler, and Haden himself. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the art of etching and is a valuable resource for artists, students, and collectors alike.Part 1, Notes By Seymour Haden On A Collection Of Etchings By The Great Masters, Lent By Him To The Fine Art Society�������s Galleries To Illustrate The Subject Of Etching; Part 2, An Annotated Catalogue Of The Etchings Exhibited.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.