Twelve Portraits, William Rothenstein — 1st Edition

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Twelve Portraits, William Rothenstein — 1st Edition

Name: Twelve Portraits, William Rothenstein — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 5951
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Publication: London, Faber & Faber Limited, 1929

Formatting: Folio, unpaginated.

Condition Report: Good. The book is bound in quarter black cloth over tan paper-covered boards, which exhibit notable signs of age and handling typical for a volume of this era. The boards are rubbed with moderate surface soiling, and the extremities show conspicuous wear, particularly at the corners where bumping has frayed the paper to expose the underlying board. The spine cloth remains structurally sound but is lightly rubbed at the head and tail, with the titling somewhat dulled yet entirely legible. While the external binding shows clear shelf-wear, the structural integrity remains firm, making it a perfectly serviceable example despite the aforementioned external flaws.

Catalogue Note: Printed in Great Britain at the Chiswick Press, this first edition folio contains a collection of reproduced portrait drawings by the prominent British artist Sir William Rothenstein. The artist explicitly retained strict copyright over all drawings within this volume upon its initial release.

This printing represents a distinguished example of Rothenstein’s later portraiture work and is increasingly sought after by collectors of 20th-century British art and literary figures.

A compelling visual record of early 20th-century intellectual and cultural life, this volume showcases Sir William Rothenstein's masterful draughtsmanship. Featuring an illustrious lineup of literary and scientific luminaries, the collection offers intimate, meticulously observed character studies. Rothenstein’s deft lines capture the spirit and gravitas of his sitters, making this work an essential artifact for enthusiasts of British portraiture and the era's great minds.

Book Condition: Good

Book Authors: William Rothenstein

Book Publisher: Faber & Faber Limited

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Art & Architecture

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

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Book Publication Year: 1929

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Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: William Rothenstein

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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