Painting and Sculpture in the Collection of National Academy of Design [ART, COLLECTIONS]

Manchester, Vermont, U.S.A.: Hudson Hills Press. New. 2004. Hardcover. 1555950299 .*** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request *** - *** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT - 644 pp -- FLAWLESS COPY, BRAND NEW, PRISTINE, NEVER OPENED -- -- IMPORTANT: Interior text is clean, tight, and Unmarked Pages are intact and tight to the spine. Massive, lavish book of the Paintings and Sculpture in the Collection of the National Academy of Design .-- "Knowledgeably compiled and expertly edited by David B. Dearinger (a long time staff member of the Academy, Paintings and Sculpture in the Collection of the National Academy of Design), this debut volume of a the new Paintings and Sculpture in the Collection of the National Academy of Design series informatively catalogues a vast array of captivating artworks and information about their creators. An initial, brief biographical entry about each included artist (along with a self-portrait if available) precedes the specific listing of that artist's exhibitions on display. Thumb-sized black-and-white photographs of each piece accompany a set of facts concerning it--including its composition, dimensions, inscription, and a summary of what is known about its creation, expression, and style. An inset collection of color plates rounds wonderfully enhances this exceptional and enthusiastically recommended survey of true artistic treasures, which displays and describes great artworks in such a vibrant and informative matter that it is the next best thing to viewing them on-site and in person. " From Midwest Book Review -- with a bonus offer--; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .