The Mezzotint: History and Technique

New York: Harry N Abrams Inc, 1990. Book. Fine. Hardcover. First Edition. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. 296 pages. List of Suppliers. Selected Bibliography. Index. "... Traces the evolution of the mezzotint from its invention in the seventeenth century to its phenomenal growth in the eighteenth century as a means of disseminating inexpensive copies of popular painting subjects... The extensive technical section includes step-by-step descriptions and illustrations of the procedures for making mezzotints, from the selection, care and preparation of tools, to the various kinds of plates, inks and papers that may be used, to the incorporation of other graphic processes for special effect, and much more. Close-up photographs and clear line drawings illustrate each step so that layman and expert alike may benefit from the experience of the author... In all there are more than 300 illustrations, including 25 plates in colour." - from dust jacket. Clean, bright and unmarked with negligible wear. A superb copy of this attractive work..