The Illustrated London Drawing Book (1852)

The Illustrated London Drawing Book is a book written by Robert Scott Burn and first published in 1852. It is a comprehensive guide to drawing and sketching, aimed at both beginners and more experienced artists. The book is divided into four sections, each covering a different aspect of drawing. The first section covers the basics of drawing, including perspective, shading, and composition. The second section focuses on drawing from nature, with detailed instructions on how to draw trees, flowers, animals, and landscapes. The third section covers figure drawing, with detailed instructions on how to draw people and their clothing. The final section covers architectural drawing, with detailed instructions on how to draw buildings, interiors, and street scenes. The book is illustrated throughout with detailed drawings and sketches, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning to draw. Overall, The Illustrated London Drawing Book is a comprehensive and practical guide to drawing, suitable for both beginners and more experienced artists.Containing Pencil Sketching; Figure And Object Drawing; Perspective And Isometrical Drawing; Sketching And Drawing In Crayons; Engraving On Metal And Wood.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.