how prints look Photographs with a Commentary
Book Details
- Publisher: Beacon Press
- Author: William M. Ivins Jr.
- Language: English
- Published Year: 1943
- ISBN: Not Provided
- Pages: 164
- Dimensions: 20 x 13 cm
- Condition: Used – Good (book is in good condition)
- Availability: In Stock
About the Book
How Prints Look is a classic introduction to the art and techniques of printmaking. Written by William M. Ivins Jr., the book explains the visual language of prints and helps readers understand how different printing processes affect the final image. It introduces major printmaking methods, materials, and stylistic characteristics in a clear and accessible manner.
Accompanied by approximately 130 illustrations drawn from the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, the volume demonstrates a wide range of print styles and historical examples. The book is particularly useful for students, collectors, artists, and art enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of prints, reproduction techniques, and the aesthetics of graphic art.
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Book Details
- Publisher: Beacon Press
- Author: William M. Ivins Jr.
- Language: English
- Published Year: 1943
- ISBN: Not Provided
- Pages: 164
- Dimensions: 20 x 13 cm
- Condition: Used – Good (book is in good condition)
- Availability: In Stock
About the Book
How Prints Look is a classic introduction to the art and techniques of printmaking. Written by William M. Ivins Jr., the book explains the visual language of prints and helps readers understand how different printing processes affect the final image. It introduces major printmaking methods, materials, and stylistic characteristics in a clear and accessible manner.
Accompanied by approximately 130 illustrations drawn from the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, the volume demonstrates a wide range of print styles and historical examples. The book is particularly useful for students, collectors, artists, and art enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of prints, reproduction techniques, and the aesthetics of graphic art.
