Eighteenth-Century French Painting, Easton Press

Eighteenth-Century French Painting by Dominique Jarrasse

Easton Press Glorious Art

FINE Condition

This is a beautifully produced survey of Eighteenth Century French Painting published by the Easton Press and Editions Terrail/Edigroup, SN des editions Vilo, Paris, France, 1998. The book was printed in Bologna, Italy by Grafiche Zanini and contains spectacularly photographed paintings as well as essays by Dominique Jarrasse. The book measures approximately 12” x 9.5” and features the usual Easton Press fineries including:

·      hubbed spine, bound in premium full leathers

·      distinctive cover design, beautiful illustrations

·      handsome, readable typefaces, permanent satin ribbon page marker

·      elegant gilded page edges, endsheets of rich silk moire fabric

·      thread-sewn pages for durability and strength, long-lasting high quality, acid-neutral paper

Commenting on the Glorious Art books, the publisher wrote,  “The most beautiful collection of art books ever published … Easton Press is proud to present the most comprehensive series of art books ever conceived, handsomely bound in leather. These remarkable books overflow with an abundance of art from all of history and the entire world; stunning art from ancient, medieval, Renaissance, modern, and postmodern periods; painting, sculpture, design, and more. These books will change the way you and your family experience art.”

The book is in excellent condition and appears to have never been read. There are no bookplates, markings, or any other signs of previous ownership.