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Human Figure by John H. Vanderpoel (1958, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDover Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-100486204324
ISBN-139780486204321
eBay Product ID (ePID)155787
Product Key Features
Edition2
Book TitleHuman Figure
Number of Pages144 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1958
TopicTechniques / General, Techniques / Life Drawing
FeaturesRevised
IllustratorYes
GenreArt
AuthorJohn H. Vanderpoel
Book SeriesDover Anatomy for Artists Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight8.9 Oz
Item Length8.7 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Table Of ContentForeword Drawing of the Human Figure The Eyes The Nose The Mouth and Chin The Ear The Head The Bony Structure of the Trunk The Study of the Trunk "The Trunk, Front and Back" "The Trunk, Back and Hips" "Neck, Throat and Shoulders" The Shoulders and Chest The Shoulder and Arm "The Arm, Wrist and Hand" The Hand and Wrist The Leg The Foot The Complete Figure
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisThis great classic is still unrivalled for its clear, detailed presentation of thousands of fundamental features of the human figure. Every element of the body (such as the overhang of the upper lip; the puckering at the corners of the mouth; the characteristic proportions of the head, trunk, limbs, etc.; the tension between connected portions of the body; etc.) is carefully and concisely pointed out in the text. Even more helpful are the 430 pencil and charcoal drawings that illustrate each feature so that you are, in effect, shown what to look for by a master teacher. The result is the only art instruction book which not only illustrates details of the body but directs your attention at every stage to a host of subtle points of shading, curvature, proportion, foreshortening, muscular tension, variations due to extreme age or youth, and both major and minor differences in the structure and representation of the male and female figure. Comprehensive discussions and drawings cover the eyes; nose, mouth and chin; ear; head, trunk, back and hips; neck, throat, and shoulder; shoulder and arm; hand and wrist; leg; foot; the complete figure; and other interdependent groups of structures. This is the human figure as the artist, art student, and art teacher must know it in order to avoid many deceptive errors unfortunately common in much modern portraiture, painting, and illustrative art., Classic treatment by a master teacher features 430 pencil and charcoal illustrations depicting fundamental features of human anatomy. Topics include shading, curvature, proportion, foreshortening, muscular tension, and much more., This classic treatment by a master teacher offers clear, detailed instruction on drawing the human figure. More than 430 pencil and charcoal illustrations depict eyes, arms, feet, and other fundamental features. Topics include shading, curvature, proportion, foreshortening, muscular tension, and major and minor differences in the structure and representation of male and female anatomy.
LC Classification NumberNC765.V3 1
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- Jul 14, 2022
Helpful take-along book for sketching various body parts.
The book had exactly what I was looking for, which was various drawings of different parts of the anatomy. Very helpful for what I needed. The book is also small enough that I can toss it into my sketch bag and take it with me wherever I go.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Sep 21, 2021
Exquisite
An essential book for any visual artist, especially figures based ones. Vanderpoels exquisite hand is worth absorbing and will almost automatically up your game if you take the time to be led through the visual meditation and study of the human form narrated by this wonderful draughtsperson.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 12, 2025
Softer approach to shading your art
It’s a softer approach to drawing and shading than the other books I have purchased. Condition was great, as was cost.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 13, 2021
Amazing price for great book
Great quality, highly recommend with price!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 24, 2018
Book
Thanks love itVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Nov 11, 2015
fine and dandy
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 12, 2024
Solid all around, thanks!
Solid all around, thanks!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 13, 2021
Book
Excellent bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 20, 2016
Good quality. Very useful.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
