The theory of colouring : being an analysis of the principles of contrast and harmony in the arrangement of colours : with their application to the study of nature, and hints on the composition of pictures, etc. (1872)
Bacon, J · London : Geo. Rowney & Co. · leaf 44
Yi§.8. … THE THEORY OP COLOURING. 19 effect bears evidence In favour of the theory expounded mthese pages. In each of the examples a primary is madevery prominent by full contrast with its complementarysecondary. The subdued contrast of the two comple-mentary tertiaries aids the effect and enriches the…
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