Portrait Miniatures in Enamel

Portrait Miniatures in Enamel
Author: Gilbert Collection
Publisher: Philip Wilson Publishers
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2000-07-28
Genre: Architecture
ISBN:

A scholarly, comprehensive study of the art of enamels in Europe, presenting examples from the seventeenth to the late nineteenth century. Demonstrates the extraordinary quality and scope of these exquisite works. This scholarly book contains comprehensive information on the art of enamels in Europe and England. It also examines the techniques and tools of enamelists and presents an overview of artists, patrons and sitters represented in this fine collection.

Perfect Likeness

Perfect Likeness
Author: Cincinnati Art Museum
Publisher: Yale University Press
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2006-01-01
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0300115806

Diminutive marvels of artistry and fine craftsmanship, portrait miniatures reveal a wealth of information within their small frames. They can tell tales of cultural history and biography, of people and their passions, of evolving tastes in jewelry, fashion, hairstyles, and the decorative arts. Unlike many other genres, miniatures have a tradition in which amateurs and professionals have operated in parallel and women artists have flourished as professionals. This richly illustrated book presents approximately 180 portrait miniatures selected from the holdings of the Cincinnati Art Museum, the largest and most diverse collection of its kind in North America. The book stresses the continuity of stylistic tradition across Europe and America as well as the vitality of the portrait miniature format through more than four centuries. A detailed catalogue entry, as well as a concise artist biography, appears for each object. Essays examine various aspects of miniature painting, of the depiction of costume in miniatures, and of the allied art of hair work.

Dictionary of Enamelling

Dictionary of Enamelling
Author: Erika Speel
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 625
Release: 2018-10-26
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0429858132

First Published in 1998 , The Dictionary of Enamelling is the first book to provide a comprehensive guide to this most diverse of the decorative arts.Indispensable for anyone interested in the evolution of enamelling technique, the book includes some 400 entries covering every aspect of its history. There are entries on key pieces, individual enamellers, designers, schools, techniques, and the major achievements are described in every era. The knowledge and insight of Erika Speel’s account are supported and enhanced by a brilliantly researched collection of 200 illustrations, 100 in colour, portraying the most dazzling and important pieces, a unique visual record of enamelling history. The Dictionary of Enamelling will be invaluable to people who collect, study, create and enjoy enamels.

The Techniques of Painting Miniatures

The Techniques of Painting Miniatures
Author: Sue Burton
Publisher: Batsford
Total Pages: 143
Release: 2002-12
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780713479539

Using step-by-step demonstrations and a wide selection of paintings, the author examines the work and techniques of 28 eminent miniaturists. Each painting is reproduced actual size, with close-up details showing the methods and techniques used.

Painting Miniatures

Painting Miniatures
Author: Pauline Denyer-Baker
Publisher: Crowood
Total Pages: 477
Release: 2014-11-30
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 184797841X

Miniatures are not simply small paintings: special techniques are used to achieve their unique glow and luminosity. This book explains how to paint in detail in a small format with colour and precision. It gives an introduction to the history and traditions of miniatures set by Holbein, Hilliard and Oliver. Advice is given on materials, paints, bases and framing and there are step-by-step demonstrations of stippling and hatching, watercolour and oil painting, and colour mixing. There is a focus also on portraits, still life and silhouettes. Drawing on her extensive experience, Pauline Denyer-Baker shares her passion for painting miniatures, and inspires both beginners and more experienced artists to master and enjoy this historic art form. With further advice on the importance of drawing and sketchbooks, and featuring work from leading artists with a range of styles and subjects, this is an inspirational guide aimed at all artists, particularly those interested in miniatures and portraits.Fully illustrated with 254 colour images.

The Portrait Miniature in England

The Portrait Miniature in England
Author: Katherine Coombs
Publisher: Victoria & Albert Museum
Total Pages: 136
Release: 1998
Genre: Art
ISBN:

A highly readable account of the development of English miniature painting featuring masterpieces from the VandA's collection, which contains some of the finest examples in existence.