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The text describes detailed technical instructions for sketching the human form using specific dimensions and proportions. Various languages provide a universal approach to visualizing the human figure, focusing on geometry and proportional methods. The document intends to teach precision in artistic representation, ensuring realistic depictions of human anatomy.

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English Translation of this page:

THE SECOND PART

II. PROBLEM.

Having already set up my man in the visualization of proportions for size and good representation of sketches making similar proportions...

... continued with more technical instructions for drawing using various geometric and proportional techniques. Descriptions include measures for body parts and placement concerning the overall human figure design.

Translation Notes

Italian: 'diamenzia' implies measured dimensions, focusing on proportions crucial for visual representation.

Dutch: Technical descriptive terms are similar but have an old vernacular which may translate approximately into technical jargon.

French: Phrases translate with emphasis on anatomical placement and dimensionings, similar to Italian and Dutch but with different phrasing.

German: Provides instruction on measurement and sketching techniques; 'geschickt' refers to skillfulness.