Reference code
AND/1/19
Title
Printed matter: Introduction to an unknown publication on British art
Date
[1823]
Level
Item
Extent & medium
3 pieces
Content Description
A brief sketch of the origin and progress if the Arts of Painting and Sculpture in England, up to the Foundation of the Royal Academt with an account of that institution.
The text incorporates some annotations and notes; it summarises developments in artistic societies and drawing academies up until the opening of Nerw Somerset House; the author provides interesting details of the earlier 18th century; a "Pindaric Address" is appended to the introduction, labasting the Academicians expenditure on the annual dinner.