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The Biography of a Painting

The Biography of a Painting

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The Biography of a Painting

by Shahn, Ben

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New York: Paragraphic Books, 1966. First Edition. Softcover. Good. 4to 11" - 13" tall. Ben Shahn. A perfectly serviceable reference copy; nothing fancy, but complete and sturdy, with the previous owner's bookplate over a penned inscription at title page top (hopefully not an inscription by Ben Shahn himself). Printed, illustrated wraps are soiled and scuffed, but the interior is nice. Published in stated First Printing state in New York, 1966. 99 pp. and with 74 illustrations, being paintings and drawings. The author's cursive text is reproduced in facsimile from his calligraphy, which is printed in both sepia and black.Member, I.O.B.A., C.B.A., and adherent to the highest ethical standards. Additional postage may be required for oversize or especially heavy volumes, and for sets.

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Structure, Verses, Agency Books - Member, I.O.B.A. US (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #
346345
Title
The Biography of a Painting
Author
Shahn, Ben
Illustrator
Ben Shahn
Format/Binding
Softcover
Book Condition
Used - Good
Quantity Available
1
Edition
First Edition
Binding
Paperback
Publisher
Paragraphic Books
Place of Publication
New York
Date Published
1966
Size
4to 11" - 13" tall
Weight
0.00 lbs
Keywords
Ben Shahn|art history|Israeli artists|Jewish artists

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