The theory of effect : embracing the contrast of light and shade, of colour and harmony (1851)
Bengo, John, Hinckley, C. T · Philadelphia : J.W. Moore · leaf 18
A heavy form is contrasted by a hght one, asthe heavy form of the post in Fig. 6 is contrastedby the Ughtness of the weeds which grow nearit. ON CONTRAST, . OF FORMS. 13 Fig. 6, … Any smooth flat surface, such as water, ice,clear sky, &c., may be contrasted by the opposi-tion of any rough, massive form. Thus in Fig. 6,the smoothness of the water is contrasted with therough irregular form of the lumps of stone intro-duced into the foreground. Forms which are square and…
Drawing · Shades and shadows
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