Secret Knowledge (New and Expanded Edition): Rediscovering the Lost Techniques of the Old Masters
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Select a product to estimate shipping.Discover the fascinating methods used by some of the greatest painters of the past with Secret Knowledge. This expanded edition delves deeper into Hockney’s meticulous research, revealing how Old Masters achieved their iconic works. It’s a unique exploration of perspective, light, and composition, offering a fresh understanding of artistic techniques.
Key Highlights
- Examines the techniques employed by artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, and Michelangelo.
- Includes detailed analyses of drawings and paintings, showcasing Hockney’s research process.
- Provides insights into the use of perspective, light, and color in historical art.
- Offers a deeper understanding of the tools and materials used by Old Masters.
- Features a new introduction and expanded content compared to the original edition.
Useful Facts
- Publisher: Avery
- Publication Date: October 5, 2006
- Edition: Expanded ed.
- Language: English
- Pages: 336
- ISBN-10: 0142005126
- ISBN-13: 978-0142005125
- Dimensions: 9.4 x 1.1 x 11.8 inches
- Weight: 4.02 pounds
Good Fit For
- Art history students and enthusiasts
- Artists seeking to understand traditional techniques
- Readers interested in the creative process of master painters
- Anyone fascinated by the history of art and visual perception
| Main Specification | |
|---|---|
| Publication Date | 2006 or October 5 |
| Brand | by David Hockney (Author) Format: Paperback |
| Item Weight | 4.02 pounds |
| Product information | |
| Language | English |
| Others | |
| Product Type | Artists' Books |
| Edition | Expanded ed. |
| Publisher | Avery |
| Print length | 336 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0142005126 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0142005125 |
| Dimensions | 9.4 x 1.1 x 11.8 inches |
| ISBN10 | 0142005126 |
| ISBN13 | 978-0142005125 |