Art is a Tyrant: The Unconventional Life of Rosa Bonheur, Catherine Hewitt — 1st Ed

£27.50

Art is a Tyrant: The Unconventional Life of Rosa Bonheur, Catherine Hewitt — 1st Ed

Name: Art is a Tyrant: The Unconventional Life of Rosa Bonheur, Catherine Hewitt — 1st Ed
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 4869
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Publication: London, Icon Books Ltd, 2020

Formatting: 8vo, pp. [xii], 484.

Condition Report: Near Fine. This copy presents exceptionally well, remaining tight, square, and firmly bound in the publisher's striking red cloth. The boards are virtually immaculate, featuring sharp corners and no discernible shelf-wear, while the gilt lettering along the spine remains perfectly bright and unoxidised. Internally, the text block is pristine; the pages are crisp, bright, and completely free from foxing, inscriptions, or any previous ownership markings. The unclipped dust jacket is similarly well-preserved, exhibiting only the most trivial signs of handling along the extremities, with no chips, tears, or fading, fully retaining its rich colours and gloss. Overall, a highly presentable, structurally sound, and well-preserved copy.

Catalogue Note: This is the first UK edition of Catherine Hewitt's acclaimed biography, presenting a comprehensive examination of the unconventional life of the 19th-century animal painter and gender equality pioneer, Rosa Bonheur.

Bound in the publisher's primary red cloth, this edition is notable for its vivid presentation and the inclusion of central photographic plates detailing Bonheur's remarkable artworks and life. While standard contemporary hardbacks of this recent vintage are generally common on the open market, locating copies in such pristine, seemingly unread condition offers a distinct advantage for discerning collectors of art history and biography.

Rosa Bonheur was a woman who defied the rigid conventions of 19th-century French society. An internationally celebrated animal painter, she spurned traditional female pursuits, rejected marriage, and famously secured a police permit to wear trousers. In Art is a Tyrant, Catherine Hewitt delivers a vibrant and meticulously researched biography of this trailblazing artist. From her intimate relationship with Nathalie Micas to her eventual recognition as the first female artist to be awarded the Légion d'Honneur, this captivating book explores the genius, eccentricities, and unapologetic independence of a true pioneer.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: Catherine Hewitt

Book Publisher: Icon Books Ltd

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Autobiography, Biography & Memoirs

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 484

Book Publication Year: 2020

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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