This text is a title page of a book presenting anatomical instructions for painters, originally by Carlo Cesio. It describes how the book covers the anatomy of bones and muscles, with explanations initially in Italian and translated into German by Johann Daniel Preißlern. This edition is aimed at enhancing the skills in painting and drawing arts, published in 1759.
The Anatomy of Painters
by the gentleman Carlo Cesio, which is: a clear instruction and thorough depiction of the anatomy of the electors, illustrating how the foremost bones and muscles in the human body, according to their names, positions, beginnings, and endings, should be recognized, viewed, and depicted from previous lists, during their different movements and actions; initially presented by the art-renowned master Carlo Cesio in neat and clear tables, with short yet thorough explanations in the Italian language; Now, however, for further benefit of painting and drawing art, faithfully translated into German and shared by Johann Daniel Preißlern, the Nuremberg painter and Academy director where they can also be found. Fifth edition. Lünberg, Year 1759.