Symbolism and Art Nouveau, 1979 Book

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Collectors of Art Nouveau and 20th Century art will want to add this 1979 illustrated hardcover to their collection. The … more Collectors of Art Nouveau and 20th Century art will want to add this 1979 illustrated hardcover to their collection. The book features 73 striking color plates of works by famed (Beardsley, Kandinsky, Moreau, Schiele, Klimt etc) and lesser-known (Leistikow, Stuck, Denis,Toorop) artists. It was written by publishedMaly and Dietfried Gerhardus & published in the U.S. by E.P. Dutton ..The Symbolism movement began in the 1880s, inspiring Art Nouveau and Abstract works. Beginning as a response by younger European artists to Realism and Industrialization, Symbolism explores the mystical and subconscious and the bridge between the physical and spiritual world. This is a bridge worth exploring today, as many of us are looking for answers to the ineffable. The former owner of this book was the late John Iacovelli, a multi-award-winning Production Designer and Art Director. He won an Emmy for Peter Pan. This book, and others, were found at his recent Estate Sale. Note: He removed two pages, 82-86, but they are tipped back in & can be re-glued. Otherwise the book, is in very good vintage condition; clean, bright,unmarked.. It will be packed carefully, boxed, and shipped with tracking. less