Amadeo Modigliani Vintage 1958 First Edition Lithograph Print Hardcover Mid Century Modernist Art Book

Description

This Amadeo Modigliani rare vintage 1958 first edition lithograph print hardcover Mid Century Modernist art book is a very special … more This Amadeo Modigliani rare vintage 1958 first edition lithograph print hardcover Mid Century Modernist art book is a very special and unique book to add to your library collection.

The hardcover art book with natural cream linen covered boards, embossed cover and spine titles, and dust jacket is published by Editions D'Art Albert Skira. Printed in Switzerland in 1958 at Imprimeries Reunies S.A., Lausanne. It features a monograph survey of the artworks of the artist Amadeo Modigliani, with compelling accompanied text authored by Claude Roy, translated by James Emmons and Stuart Gilbert.

Amadeo Clemente Modigliani ( 1884 - 1920 ) was an Italian born Expressionist painter of a Sephardic Jewish background. Known for portraits and nudes in a Modern style characterized by elongation of faces and figures. The outstanding unclassifiable artworks are widely considered to be some of the most important early Modern artworks ever created. Art works by Modigliani are included in the collections of many of the world's most prestigious museums.

This beautiful intimate scale book traces the course of Modigliani's artistic career in more than 50 full-color lithograph print reproductions. His greatest and most provocative works are included, as well as many lesser known and equally significant. Accompanying the illustrations is an authoritative and illuminating text providing essential facts and insightful criticism of Modigliani's development, thought and achievement.

The rare out of print 1st edition small format Modernist art book measures 6 3/4" W X 7 1/4" H X 1" D, with 126 pages. It features 56 hand tipped lithograph print color plates illustrations including a multi-page center fold out, list of color plates, and bibliography.

It is in very good vintage condition consistent with age, use, light signs of handling, and some light to moderate visible wear. Please see photos for condition reference. It is now being offered here for an excellent price. less