Description
This is a large volume great for display on your shelf or a coffee table.
A comprehensive survey of the major visual arts from the dawn of history to present day with nearly three million copies sold in fourteen languages at time of publication. A sumptuous volume to read with 1057 illustrations, including 144 full color pages. Also contains 19 maps and 4 illustrated time charts. Binding is tight with the covers and spine fully intact. The original dust jacket is retained with very minor shelf wear. A stated second edition, third printing from 1979 that is in overall good condition. Published by Abrams. Printed and bound in Japan.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good. Minor wear consistent with age. Minor warping across the tops of pages, as seen in pictures, which does not effect the readability.
Origin:
Japan
Creator:
Brand: Harry N. Abrams
Materials & Techniques:
Paper
Details:
Country of Origin: Japan
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
A comprehensive survey of the major visual arts from the dawn of history to present day with nearly three million copies sold in fourteen languages at time of publication. A sumptuous volume to read with 1057 illustrations, including 144 full color pages. Also contains 19 maps and 4 illustrated time charts. Binding is tight with the covers and spine fully intact. The original dust jacket is retained with very minor shelf wear. A stated second edition, third printing from 1979 that is in overall good condition. Published by Abrams. Printed and bound in Japan.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good. Minor wear consistent with age. Minor warping across the tops of pages, as seen in pictures, which does not effect the readability.
Origin:
Japan
Creator:
Brand: Harry N. Abrams
Materials & Techniques:
Paper
Details:
Country of Origin: Japan
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good. Minor wear consistent with age. Minor warping across the tops of pages, as seen in pictures, which does not effect the readability.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
12 x 9 x 2 in
1970s History of Art Book
Estimate $15-$20
Starting Price
$7
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