Paintings in the Louvre by Lawrence Gowing, Easton Press

Paintings in the Louvre by Sir Lawrence Gowing

Easton Press

FINE Condition

This is a beautifully produced leather bound edition of “Paintings in the Louvre” published by the Easton Press in 1987. The Worldwide Art Gallery provided a very nice summary of the book, “Sir Lawrence Gowing, the highly regarded British painter, art historian, teacher and author, has created the optimum record of the Louvre and its masterpieces. This is the art lovers ultimate coffee table book with over 800 color illustrations depicting the treasures of the Louvre.

The text provides a plethera of information beginning with an introduction by Michel Laclotte who at the time of writing was Director General of the Louvre and head Curator of the department of paintings. Michael takes us through the architectural history of the Musee du Louvre that stretches over 8 centuries from its beginnings as a palace to modern day museum.

Sir Lawrence provides the body of the text as 115 short essays on artists and their art, each essay is a work of art in its self, informative and entertaining.

Paintings in the Louvre is a very important art resource and a valuable addition to the literature collection of any art enthusiast.”

Weighing in at over 8 lbs., the book measures approximately 11.5” x 9.5” x 2.5”  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 moiré fabric

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

The book is in FINE condition with minor marks to the gilt and appears to have never been read. There are no bookplates, markings, or any other signs of previous ownership.