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ELEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STUDENTS OF SCULPTURE

This is a translation of the 1802 introduction to studio practices for sculpture students by Francesco Carradori (1747-1824), a sculptor, restorer, and instructor of sculpture at the Accademia in Florence from 1786 to 1821. Carradori's instructions are vital to understanding the art and craft of sculpting as they were practiced before the twentieth century, since little substantial material exists that demonstrates, in an informed, didactic manner, the various tools and techniques used by ancient sculptors to execute work. Carradori's work is the most comprehensive and instructive and includes thirteen articles that explain how to restore marble sculpture, model clay, work with stucco and wax, cast and finish bronze, and carve and enlarge models into marble and stone, as well as seventeen tables that illustrate the arrangement, methods, and tools used in each of these processes.

Features:

• Title: ELEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STUDENTS OF SCULPTURE
• Author: Francesco Carradori
• Translated and introduction: Matti Kalevi Auvinen
• Essay: Paolo Bernardini
• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Getty Publications
• Imprint: J. Paul Getty Museum
• Edition: 2002
• Dimensions: 8 3/16 x 11 1/4 inches
• ISBN: 978-0-89236-688-0
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrations: 17 b/w illustrations
• Language: English

Benefits:

• Comprehensive: Covers essential terms, styles, and techniques of ancient sculpture.
• Educational: Provides a clear and detailed guide to understanding the technical and aesthetic aspects of classical sculpture.
• Visual: Includes numerous illustrations to better understand the described terms and techniques.
• Practical: Offers concise definitions in a glossary format, ideal for museum visitors, students, and scholars.

Usage Tips:

• Study the book to better understand the terms and techniques of classical sculpture.
• Use it as a reference during museum visits and academic studies.
• Consult the illustrations to gain a better visual understanding of styles and techniques.

Buy the book ELEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS FOR STUDENTS OF SCULPTURE now and enrich your knowledge of classical sculpture with this ultimate guide.