Field's Chromatography by George Field
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"Field's Chromatography" by George Field is a scientific treatise on colors and pigments used by artists, likely written in the mid-19th century. This work delves deeply into the principles behind color theory, the properties of various pigments, and their applications in art. It serves as a comprehensive reference for artists and chemists alike, exploring both historical and practical dimensions of color creation and usage. The beginning of the treatise sets the stage
for an in-depth exploration of coloring as a science, illustrating its ancient roots with references to Egyptian and Assyrian practices. Field discusses the extraordinary durability and brilliance of ancient pigments, emphasizing their importance in the preservation of art over millennia. He presents an intricate analysis of colors and their relationships, laying a foundation for the subsequent examination of individual pigments and their roles in artistic applications. This opening establishes both the historical significance of color in art and the essential principles that artists must understand to effectively wield color in their work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Field, George, 1777?-1854 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Salter, Thomas W. |
| Title |
Field's Chromatography or Treatise on Colours and Pigments as Used by Artists |
| Credits |
Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Jacqueline Jeremy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Credits |
Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Jacqueline Jeremy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ND: Fine Arts: Painting |
| Subject | Color |
| Subject | Colors |
| Subject | Painting -- Technique |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20915 |
| Release Date | Mar 27, 2007 |
| Last Update | Nov 19, 2022 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 877 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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