Brook Taylor's Principles Of Linear Perspective

Brook Taylor's Principles of Linear Perspective: Or The Art of Designing Upon a Plane the Representation of All Sorts of Objects, as They Appear to the Eye (1835) is a comprehensive guide to the principles of linear perspective, written by the English mathematician and artist Brook Taylor. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the techniques and theories behind linear perspective, and how they can be applied to create realistic and accurate representations of objects and scenes on a two-dimensional surface.Taylor's work is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of linear perspective. He begins by introducing the basic principles of perspective, including the concept of vanishing points and the use of converging lines to create the illusion of depth and distance. He then goes on to discuss the various types of perspective, such as one-point, two-point, and three-point perspective, and how they can be used to create different effects in a drawing or painting.Throughout the book, Taylor provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts he is discussing. He also includes practical advice on how to apply these principles in practice, including tips on choosing the right viewpoint, measuring and scaling objects, and creating convincing textures and shading.Overall, Brook Taylor's Principles of Linear Perspective is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art of drawing or painting, as well as for students of mathematics and geometry. With its clear and concise explanations and practical guidance, it remains a valuable reference for artists and designers to this day.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.