Edouard Manet (Arcturus Great Artists Series, 9), Ann Sumner
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Condition Report: As New: The book is in pristine, original condition as if just published. No signs of use or handling. The dust jacket (if present) is equally flawless. This grade applies to any book that has remained untouched in storage for years.
Catalogue Note: An "As New" copy of Ann Sumner’s insightful monograph on the father of modern art, Édouard Manet. As a key entry in the Arcturus Great Artists Series, this volume serves as a concise, highly accessible, and visually rich introduction to Manet’s revolutionary career. Sumner, a distinguished art historian, expertly guides the reader through Manet’s transition from the rigid confines of the Paris Salon to his role as the pivotal bridge between Realism and Impressionism. This copy is in impeccable, unread condition, perfect for collectors seeking a flawless reference volume on one of the most significant figures in art history.Édouard Manet was one of the first 19th-century artists to embrace modern life as his primary subject, famously challenging the artistic establishment with his bold techniques and unconventional themes. This book examines the life and legacy of an artist who dared to paint the "scandalous" truth of Parisian society. Through a selection of his most famous canvases, Sumner explores Manet's unique use of color, his defiant brushwork, and his complex relationships with the Impressionist circle. It is a compelling narrative of a man who changed the course of art history by turning his back on traditional dictates in favor of a modern, authentic vision.
Book Condition: As New
Book Authors: Ann Sumner
Book Publisher: Arcturus
Book Language: en
Narrative Type: Non-Fiction
Genre: Art & Architecture
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Book Pages: 96
Book Publication Year: 2021
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Book Binding: Hardcover
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| Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| New | A brand-new, unread and professionally handled book. Carefully preserved from publication to purchase, these books are offered in the best attainable condition. This grade applies to recently published titles that have not entered long-term storage. |
| As New | The book is in pristine, original condition as if just published. No signs of use or handling. The dust jacket (if present) is equally flawless. This grade applies to any book that has remained untouched in storage for years. |
| Fine | The book is close to As New. It remains bright and attractive, but could show minor imperfections to the boards and/or dust jacket (if present). Its pages are typically clean and unmarked. |
| Near Fine | The book has a number of small flaws, i.e. slight rubbing to the edges, or tiny chips or creases to the dust jacket (if present). Its pages may have faint marks, or creases that are barely perceptible — nothing that detracts from their overall condition. |
| Very Good | The book maintains its structural integrity, and has no major flaws such as tears to its binding or pages. It may, however, show signs of careful use, handling, or storage — small marks and creases, light foxing. Its dust jacket (if present) remains fully intact, but small tears may be present. |
| Good | A book that remains intact and readable with complete text pages, but shows moderate signs of wear and use to both the book and dust jacket (if present). It may have noticeable creases, nicks, or stains, and the spine likely shows fading, bumping, and rubbing. There could be writing, underlining, and other marks on some pages, though the majority will be clean and tidy. |
| Fair | A book with significant wear or damage. The text pages will be complete, but there may be heavy underlining, highlighting and staining throughout, and the book’s endpapers, half-title, and copyright pages could be damaged or missing. The binding could be loose, and the dust jacket (if present) may have notable scuffs or tears. These copies are usually of interest for content, signature(s) or scarcity. |
| Poor | A heavily worn book whose value lies in its complete and legible text. A poor book will have substantial defects — loose joints or hinges, detached covers, loose and/or missing pages, and could be heavily soiled. A poor book is also known as a reading copy, and although compromised, can hold historical or bibliographic significance. |
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