Publisher's Synopsis
The First Principles of Perspective is a book written by Felix Duffin in 1853. The book is a comprehensive guide to understanding the principles of perspective and how to apply them in practice. It is divided into easy-to-follow chapters that cover the theoretical aspects of perspective as well as practical exercises to help readers master the subject.The book begins with an introduction to the basic principles of perspective, including the importance of vanishing points, foreshortening, and the use of lines. Duffin goes on to explain the different types of perspective, such as linear and aerial, and how they can be used to create depth and dimension in a drawing.The second part of the book focuses on practical exercises that readers can use to improve their perspective skills. These exercises include drawing still life objects, landscapes, and buildings, as well as more complex scenes such as street scenes and interiors.Throughout the book, Duffin provides clear and concise explanations of the concepts and techniques involved in perspective drawing. His writing is accessible and easy to understand, making this book an excellent resource for artists of all levels.Overall, The First Principles of Perspective is a valuable guide for anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of perspective drawing. It is a timeless classic that continues to be relevant today, over 150 years after it was first published.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
