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Edouard Manet by Pierre Courthion A glimpse into the life and works of the famous French Modernist painter. Full-color plates of art. Published in a beautiful fine binding: Accented in 22kt gold, printed on archival acid-free paper with gilded edges, custom patterned endpapers, satin ribbon place holder, Smyth sewing & concealed muslin joints. Bound In full leather with hubbed spines. Oversized, quarto: 12.25” x 9”. Illustrated throughout. Published in 1984. First edition thus. An Easton Press 1st edition/1st printing. Condition: NEAR MINT (FINE). Minimum shelf wear and rubbing. INTERIOR AS NEW. No former owner bookplates, no foxing, no writing. ***A spectacular copy of this special deluxe edition in FINE condition!*** Please view pictures to appreciate the craftsmanship and condition. Édouard Manet (January 1832 – 30 April 1883) was a French modernist painter. He was one of the first 19th-century artists to paint modern life, as well as a pivotal figure in the transition from Realism to Impressionism. His early masterworks, The Luncheon on the Grass (Le déjeuner sur l'herbe) or Olympia, "premiering" in 1863 and '65, respectively, caused great controversy with both critics and the Academy of Fine Arts, but soon were praised by progressive artists as the breakthrough acts to the new style, Impressionism. Today too, these works, along with others, are considered watershed paintings that mark the start of modern art. The last 20 years of Manet's life saw him form bonds with other great artists of the time; he developed his own simple and direct style that would be heralded as innovative and serve as a major influence for future painters. As a fellow book collector, I know how frustrating it can be when items aren’t accurately described or poorly packaged for shipping. That is why I (1) take a lot of pictures and try to describe condition issues as accurately as possible and (2) pack your book purchases with the utmost care before shipping. I have been selling and buying on eBay for over 10 years and have a 100% satisfaction rating, and offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee 30-day return policy. Happy to combine shipping on multiple orders to save you money. Please follow me as I have dozens of Easton Press books and thousands of other collectible books to list in the coming weeks and months!
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