Publisher's Synopsis
The Principles and Practice of Harmonious Coloring in Oil, Water, and Photographic Colors: Especially as Applied to Photographs on Paper, Glass, and Silver-Plate is a book from 1863 that provides a comprehensive guide to color theory and how it can be applied to various mediums, including oil and watercolor paints, as well as photographic prints. The author, who remains anonymous, offers detailed explanations of color harmonies, color contrasts, and color combinations, as well as practical advice on how to mix and apply colors to achieve the desired effect. The book also includes chapters on the use of color in photography, covering topics such as toning, retouching, and hand-coloring of black and white prints. Overall, The Principles and Practice of Harmonious Coloring is a valuable resource for artists and photographers seeking to improve their understanding and use of color.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.
