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the louvre: fifty plates in colour Prose Books by Paul G. (Paul George) Konody and Maurice W. Brockwell DESCRIPTION The Louvre: Fifty Plates in Colour, by Paul G. (Paul George) Konody and Maurice W. Brockwell, Edited by T. Leman Hare. New York: Dodge Publishing Co. Printed by Morrison and Gibb, Edinburgh, circa 1908. xvi, 319 pages, 54 mounted colour plates (although title says 50). Quarto, tight binding, clean throughout. Thick 4to, blue boards with gold inlay. Top edge gilt (teg) with Fore edge and Chi uncut (deckle-edged). This shows the collector quality of the binding. T.e.g. was done for protection and aesthetics. "Uncut" edges (where the paper is rough, or deckle-edged) show that the book was a premium product that was not fully trimmed, preserving the original paper size. Illustrations are tipped-in (meaning the plate was printed separately and physically glued onto the page), a hallmark of high-quality colour printing before modern printing techniques. This American edition ties back to the UK printer, indicating a high-quality production run. Condition Tight binding, clean throughout. gold inlay is worn. Bumped corners, cloth fading in areas. Front end paper has small tear at top of gutter. Ten is gilt, . The Mona Lisa has a mark on the plate as photographed. If you wish to see an electronic version of the plates available in this book, project Gutenberg has an ebook online, just search for the book title. Book complete with all pages and plates and looks marvellous as a coffee table book. This book would suit an artist who paints in the style of the old masters in oil. Flemish, French and English, this book has it all! General Information Topic: An illustrated art volume focusing on the vast collection of paintings housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris. Content: It features detailed analyses and a systematic study of the paintings, arranging artists by country, school, and period (extending from the early 14th century up to near the publi

Synopsis

Title: The Louvre: Fifty Plates in Colour, including Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa RARE
Author/Publisher: Paul G. Konody; Dodge Publishing Company
Publication Year: 1859
Format: Illustrated Cloth-bound Volume with Fifty Colour Plates

Presented here is a remarkable early publication, 'The Louvre: Fifty Plates in Colour', by the esteemed author Paul G. Konody. Published in 1859 by the Dodge Publishing Company, this substantial cloth-bound volume offers a pioneering visual exploration of one of the world's most celebrated art institutions. Its title promises a rich visual feast, featuring an impressive fifty colour plates – a notable technical and artistic achievement for its era.

This non-fiction work serves as a comprehensive guide and tribute to the Louvre Museum, delving into its vast collections. Readers are invited on an artistic journey through its halls, with the inclusion of such iconic works as Leonardo da Vinci's 'Mona Lisa' explicitly highlighted. It provides a fascinating snapshot of the museum's holdings and their presentation in the mid-19th century, offering a unique historical lens through which to view these masterpieces.

• A Pioneering Colour Portfolio: Featuring a remarkable fifty plates reproduced in colour, this volume stands out as an early exemplar of art documentation. These illustrations offer a vivid, if historically rendered, insight into the masterpieces housed within the Louvre.
• The Heart of the Louvre: Konody guides the reader through the museum's hallowed galleries, meticulously presenting a curated selection of its renowned art and artefacts. The book provides a structured appreciation of the collection, from classical antiquities to Renaissance masterworks.
• Beholding the Mona Lisa: A particular highlight is the explicit inclusion of Leonardo da Vinci's enigmatic 'Mona Lisa'. This seminal work is presented alongside other pivotal pieces, offering a unique opportunity to appreciate its early portrayal in a large-format illustrated publication.
• A Mid-19th Century Perspective: Dating from 1859, this volume offers more than just art appreciation; it provides a valuable historical document. It presents the Louvre's collection as it was viewed and interpreted during this period, capturing the institutional and aesthetic sensibilities of the time.

This richly illustrated work will undoubtedly appeal to discerning collectors of art history, early colour-plate books, and those with a particular interest in the history and evolution of the world's great museums. Its early publication date and comprehensive visual content make it a significant addition to any bibliophile's collection.

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