Yale Center for British Art

Creator:
Richardson, Jonathan, 1665-1745
Title:
The works of Jonathan Richardson. Containing I. The theory of painting. II. Essay on the art of criticism, (so far as it relates to painting). III. The science of a connoisseur.
Edition:
A new ed., corr., with the additions of An essay on the knowledge of prints, and Cautions to collectors. Ornamented with portraits by Worlidge, &c. ... The whole intended as a supplement to the Anecdotes of painters and engravers.
Published / Created:
[London] Sold by T. and J. Egerton [etc.] 1792.
Physical Description:
vi., [2], [5]-287 p. 12 ports. 24 cm.
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Copyright Status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Classification:
Books
Notes:
BAC : British Art Center has two copies. Copy 1 has the bookplate of Cornelius Heathcote Rodes. Copy 2 is wanting the half-title. In copy 2, the plates are printed on paper which has been stained orange.
Subject Terms:
Painting -- Early works to 1800. | Engraving -- Early works to 1800.
Contributors:
Walpole, Horace, 1717–1797. Anecdotes of painting in England.