Memoirs Of Antonio Canova, With A Critical Analysis Of His Works, And An Historical View Of Modern Sculpture. ... By J.S. Memes, A.M. Member Of The Astronomical Society Of London, &c.
John Smythe Memes
RA Collection: Book
Record number
06/3681
Author
Imprint
Edinburgh:: Printed For Archibald Constable & Co., Edinburgh; And Hurst, Robinson & Co. London., 1825.
Physical Description
[iii-]xii, 578 p., frontis. (port.), [3] pl.; 216 mm. (Octavo.)
Contents
[Frontis. (port.), t.p.] - Contents - [Plates] - [Text] - Corrigenda - Appendix. Chronological Catalogue ... .
Responsibility Note
The frontispiece is signed as engraved by W.H. Lizars. The three plates are signed as drawn by J.S. Memes and engraved by W.H. Lizars.
Summary Note
The frontispiece shows a portrait bust of Canova. One plate shows baskets of fruit; the other two, medals struck in honour of Canova.
Binding Note
19th-century half calf, marbled-papered boards; black morocco spine-label lettered 'Life Of Canova.', spine lettered 'R.A.'
Name as Subject
Subject
Sculptors - Artists - Sculpture - Italy - History - 18th century - 19th century - Neoclassical
Contributors