Engravers and Etchers Six Lectures Delivered on the Scammon Foundation at the Art Institute of Chicago, March 1916

"Engravers and Etchers" by Fitz Roy Carrington is a series of early 20th-century lectures that explore the world of engraving, shining a light on its historical roots, theoretical underpinnings, and practical applications. Carrington, a respected expert, guides his audience through the subject, explaining the art form's evolution through the works of significant engravers of the past. His lectures start with the very beginnings of engraving, placing its origins in Switzerland and introducing the innovative engravers who laid the groundwork for those who would follow. Artists such as the Master of the Playing Cards and Master E.S. are studied, alongside their techniques and unique styles, to provide a foundation for understanding the achievements of prominent figures like Martin Schongauer and Albrecht Dürer, whose work would define the future of engraving.