New York: Crown Publishers, Inc., 1978. First Printing, First U.S. Edition. . Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Diehl's classic survey of 20th century painting from 1900 to the mid-1950s covers every major artist and art movement as well as including many lesser known artists and artists not associated with the world's art capitals. With over 100 full-color reproductions as well as 30 black & white line drawings, it is a treat for the eye and a useful reference work. 9 3/4 x 12 1/2", 220 pages with biographical notes and a bibliography. A tiny, quarter-inch tear in the red cloth cover on the lower edge of the front board, o/w both boards and spine appear free of damage and wear. The text shows previous owner's signature and an ink-stamped sales price in the upper corner of the front end page and, on page 202 a six-word note in ink in the margin next to Chagall's biographical note, o/w text is clean and unmarked, tight and square. The dustjacket shows minor wear at the edges, corners and spine ends, no significant tears or chipping, not price-clipped. Collectable.

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Bookseller: H.W. Gumaer, Bookseller (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 004804
Title: THE MODERNS: A Treasury of Painting Throughout the World
Author: Diehl, Gaston
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Very Good
Jacket Condition: Very Good
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Printing, First U.S. Edition.
Publisher: Crown Publishers, Inc.
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1978
Keywords: ART, FINE FIRST EDITION, PAINTING, MODERN 20TH CENTURY
Bookseller catalogs: Art; History; Europe;

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H.W. Gumaer, Bookseller, has been serving customers on the internet since 2003. We specialize in modern American and English fiction and in mystery and detective thrillers, as well as art and art history. We also have a growing selection of mid-to-late 19th century history and literature. Nearly all our modern and contemporary books are first editions or otherwise collectable.

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