Russian Lacquer, Legends and Fairy Tales
$25.00 USD • Used
The first work published in the US to explore the traditional Russian art form of lacquer miniature painting through an examination of the many fairy tales & legends that served as inspiration for...
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The first work published in the US to explore the traditional Russian art form of lacquer miniature painting through an examination of the many fairy tales & legends that served as inspiration for paintings on lacquer boxes & panels. Artists from 4 Russian villages also explain the technique of this traditional art form, illustrated with over 100 full-color plates throughout the book's 80 pages. Orig. published in 1981, this is the 14th printing (1997) of that FIRST EDITION, identical in all aspect. Quarto (9" x 11") has matte black cloth over boards lettered in bright gilt to front & spine. Condition is Fine: just slightly less crisp than Brand New! Completely clean, binding strong & straight, hinges secure, pages white & unmarked, colors vivid. The unclipped DJ is Near Fine: richly colored, with extremely slight rubbing to head of spine; beautifully protected in new clear mylar cover free (removed for photos). Our photos depict the Exact book you will receive from us, never "stock" image of books we don't actually have! All orders processed before 2 pm Weekdays (Pacific time) ship that same day; weekends & holidays ship very next business day.
Product Info
ISBN: 0940202018
ISBN-13: 9780940202016
Publisher: Corners of the World Inc
Year: 1997
Type: Used
Binding: Hardcover
First Edition
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Country: United States
