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George Braziler, New York, George Braziler, New York. 2010, 134pp. Illustrated. Cloth. In very good condition. At the turn of the twentieth century book design was more than a craft. It was a labour of love at the forefront of art. Readers accustomed to today's more utilitarian book covers will find breathtaking images here - gold leaf patterns intricate enough to replicate the shimmer of feathers, forests rendered in rich colour and silver, and elegant allusions to Asian art. The diversity and ingenuity of these books will capture the imagination of book lovers and collectors - and anyone who enjoys engaging design. Selecting beautifully crafted and influential pieces, author Richard Minsky, the internationally exhibited artist, collector, and founder of the Center for Book Arts, uncovers the world behind a lost art. Richard discusses the role of women, technology, the use of silhouettes, pattern, poster style and more. He also reveals key artists, their signature designs and flourishes, the…
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The Art of American Book Covers: 1875-1930 Hardcover - 2010
by Richard Minsky (Editor)
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- Title The Art of American Book Covers: 1875-1930
- Author Richard Minsky (Editor)
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition First Edition; F
- Pages 136
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher George Braziller, New York
- Date 2010
- ISBN 9780807616024 / 0807616028
- Weight 1.57 lbs (0.71 kg)
- Dimensions 9.8 x 8.5 x 0.68 in (24.89 x 21.59 x 1.73 cm)
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2009051488
- Dewey Decimal Code 741.640
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New York: George Braziller, Inc, 2010. First edition. First Printing. Hardcover. Fine. 134pp. 8.50" x 9.75". Book and boards covered with red cloth and gilt on spine and book front (see photos), Book was issued without a dustjacket, but has a clear vinyl protective cover, and is housed in a matching slipcase with gilt on spine. Author has signed his name on the half-title page, and again on a limitation label on the paste-down endpaper, this being No. 95 of 100 signed copies. Almost every page has wonderful photos of bookcovers as well as exposition on the subject. There are also examples of artists' monograms and a bibliography. Gift quality.
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