It's reception has , indeed, been most flattering, and all my anticipations in regard to it have been abundantly realized by unqualified approval.
Generous praise from the press was unanimus; it entirely escaped any adverse criticism.
Of its value as a handbook I have han ample orally or be letter expressed their commendation.
The demand for many succesive editions is an encouraging feature that demonstrates to my satisfaction, in a most substantial manner, that my labor was not in vain.
To that public, therefore, to whom this little volume was addressed, who have voluntarily bestowed many kind words of approbation, and generously supported my effort, I desire to express my grateful appreciation and sincer thanks.
AMATEUR CHINA-PAINTING
The art of painting with mineral colors has acquired such universal popularity during the past few year, that it is now almost included in the curriculum of a liberal education.
For many years painting on china was chiefly confined to the professional decorator; and beyone this class there were but few persons whose inclination or ambition tempted them to make an effort.
It was a rare and unusual accomplishment, and principally indulge in by those who enjoyed exceptional advantages; and while their achievements were regarded with wonder and admiration, they themselves were considered as quite superior persons.
A few years has changed all that; and from being considered conspicouous, or in the minority, the exeptional one now is he or she who does not at least make an effort to paint on china.
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