Impressionist art appears to be effortless and spontaneous, but it actually involves an intricate approach to painting. In this book a curator, an conservator, and two scientists use modern methods of examination to investigate exactly how these paintings were done and what materials were used. 76 illustrations; 208 color plates.

Impressionism: Art in the Making (National Gallery London Publications)

Arts & Photography

Kirby, Jo

Roy, Ashok

Bomford, David

Leighton, John

History & Criticism

Yale University Press

The main body of the book is a fully illustrated examination of eight important works of the period between 1270 and 1370, including large altarpieces consisting of many painted panels.

Italian Painting Before 1400: Art in the Making (National Gallery London Publications)

Dunkerton, Professor Jill

Gordon, Ms. Dillian

National Gallery London

Rembrandt (1606–1669) is generally regarded as the finest painter of the Dutch “Golden Age.” This new edition of Art in the Making: Rembrandt (published on the 400th anniversary of the artist’s birth) reexamines 21 paintings firmly attributed to Rembrandt and 6 now assigned to followers. It reassesses his technique, materials, and working methods in the light of significant scholarly developments over the last 20 years, addressing problems of attribution that were hardly touched on in the original, groundbreaking edition of 1988. Introductory essays by distinguished conservation, curatorial, and scientific specialists cover the artist’s studio and working methods, the training of painters in 17th-century Holland, and Rembrandt’s materials and technique. The essays are followed by handsomely illustrated catalogue entries on 27 paintings. A comprehensive bibliography provides a rich source of information about the practice of oil painting, not only for Rembrandt but for 17th-century Dutch painting in general.

Art in the Making: Rembrandt

Rüger, Axel

White, Raymond

How do artists create different effects when painting? The medium they choose—such as oil, watercolor, or egg tempera—plays an important part. So too does the material they paint on, the pigments used, and even the type of brush. Using examples from the National Gallery Collection, Jo Kirby shows how a painting is made, and reveals the processes behind an array of fascinating techniques. With clear explanations and close-up photography, this book will help you see paintings with a fresh eye.

A Closer Look: Techniques of Painting

One of art history’s most admired artists, Edgar Degas (18341917) challenged contemporary conventions with his intriguing working methods. This generously illustrated study is the latest title in the National Gallery’s series Art in the Making.Drawing on both technical studies and documentary evidence, it takes a fascinating look at Degas’s techniques in the context of his life and artistic milieu as well as his place in the Impressionist movement.
The book includes a vivid biographical sketch, an essay on Degas’s working methods and materials, a discussion of his reputation in Britain, and catalogue entries on 14 works owned by or on loan to the National Gallery.

Art in the Making: Degas (National Gallery London Publications)

Riopelle, Christopher

Herring, Sarah

Papers on various aspects of dyes and dyeing presented at the annual meeting of the Dyes in History and Archaeology group.

Dyes in History and Archaeology (Vol. 19)

Archetype Books

Dyes in History and Archaeology (Vol. 20)

Dyes in History and Archaeology (Vol. 18)

Dyes in History and Archaeology (Vol. 16/17)

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