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100	1		_aFoster, J. J. _q(Joshua James), _d1847-1923
245	1	0	_aChats on Old Miniatures
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2014
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2014-12-02
508			_aProduced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"Chats on Old Miniatures" by J. J. Foster is a detailed examination of the art of miniature painting, written in the early 20th century. The work serves as both a guide for collectors and an exploration of the historical context and significance of miniature art, particularly in Britain and France. Foster, who is an established authority on the subject, discusses a range of artists, techniques, and the evolution of this delicate art form. The opening of the book introduces readers to the process of collecting miniatures, offering insights into the challenges and rewards involved in building a collection. Foster humorously suggests that becoming wealthy can simplify the endeavor, but he emphasizes the importance of knowledge, patience, and caution in discerning authentic pieces from forgeries. He touches upon the historical significance of certain miniatures, including those once owned by notable figures, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the art's origins, notable painters, and the care needed to preserve such treasures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aMiniature painting
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47512
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