Contained within this volume is a detailed treatise on fresco painting,
compiled from lectures given at the Society of British Artists between
1838 and 1840. Fresco refers to a technique of painting murals on newly
wet lime plaster. With a history dating back to 30,000 BC, the mural is
one of the most ancient art forms on the planet. The word refers to any
piece of painted artwork on a ceiling, wall, or other permanent surface.
Often, the physical features of the surface or architectural structure
are used and incorporated into the artwork itself. This illustrated
volume explores the fascinating history and evolution of mural and
fresco painting, offering useful and practical information on producing
them, materials, viable surfaces, and much more. Contents include: "On
the Rise and Progress of Art Among the Greeks, and the Introduction of
Fresco and Encaustic Painting", "On the Rise and Progress of Art Among
the Italians, and of Fresco Painting in Particular", "On Fresco for
Mural Decoration", "On Encaustic and Mural Decoration", etc. Many
vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is
with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an
affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text
and artwork.