Description
Last Paragraph of the Introduction
In the OUTLINE, there will be no attempt to print all the details of the history of art for six hundred years or to indulge in learned argument and criticism. We propose to reproduce as many as possible of the greatest pictures in the world and to say enough about their painters for the reader to understand what are their peculiar characteristics and what are the qualities of their work that make it beautiful and inspiring.
Publishing Information
The Outline of Art edited by Sir William Orpen, with over 300 illustrations of which 24 are in color. Published in two volumes, this is the first. From the 7th printing in 1927 by G.P. Putnam’s Sons with 1923 copyright. This hardcover book measures about 10-5/8″ x 7-5/8″ and has 231 pages.
Condition
See photo above. Former small college library book with the usual markings. The spine was wrapped in black cloth tape and the title was hand-lettered there. The linen boards have wear around the edges. The binding was reinforced/repaired by the librarians on the inside hinges. The pages are in very good condition for age, toning naturally with age. No personal names or markings noted. From clean, smoke-free home.
Shipping
Generally sent the same day payment arrives. Unless you request otherwise, I will wrap the book in plastic wrap to help protect it from the elements, create a custom-made cardboard box to ship it in, and send via Media Mail with Delivery Confirmation tracking. See the shipping page for the cost to send a three-pound Media Mail package. Insurance is an additional cost as described. I am delighted to combine postage and insurance costs if you purchase more than one item. The second item may travel for free or just a few cents more — so it’s worth taking a look at my other items before you complete your order.
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