The Story of Art
by E.H. Gombrich
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- Hardcover
- Condition
- Near Fine (NEAR NEW)/VERY GOOD ( AVERAGE)
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Peter Tavy, United Kingdom
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About This Item
London: Phaidon Press Ltd, 1967. POSTED AT OUR STANDARD RATES FULLY INSURED (UK ONLY) ...... Please email for further details.. Not Inscribed or Signed. 11th Edition Reprint . Beige Cloth. Near Fine (NEAR NEW)/VERY GOOD ( AVERAGE). Illus. by With 384 Illustrations. 4to - over 9¾" - 12". HARDBACK.
Synopsis
The Story of Art is an introduction to art, written by E. H. Gombrich. First published in 1950, it is widely regarded both as a seminal work of criticism, and as one of the most accessible introductions to the visual arts. It was originally intended for younger readers. It has sold over seven million copies to become the best selling art book of all time. It is currently in its 16th edition and has been translated into approximately 30 languages.
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- Bookseller
- Bookfarm (GB)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 012882
- Title
- The Story of Art
- Author
- E.H. Gombrich
- Illustrator
- With 384 Illustrations
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- New Near Fine (NEAR NEW)
- Jacket Condition
- VERY GOOD ( AVERAGE)
- Edition
- 11th Edition Reprint
- Publisher
- Phaidon Press Ltd
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1967
- Size
- 4to - over 9¾" - 12"
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Peter Tavy
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