Carlo Einstein - Scultura Africana - 1920

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Scultura Africana by Carlo Einstein is a first Italian edition in paperback, published by Edizioni di «Valori Plastici» Roma, comprising 144 pages in Italian.

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35 pages of introductory text numbered + 109 black-and-white photographic plates outside the text, printed on coated paper (with captions).

Extremely rare first Italian edition of the study on African sculpture by Carl Einstein (published as Carlo Einstein).

Title: Scultura Africa.n.a (Collana La Civiltà Artistica, Vol. VIII)

Author: Carlo (Carl) Einstein

Publisher: Edizioni di «Valori Plastici», Rome

Year: 1921/1922

Format: Original trade paperback

Content: Carl Einstein's critical essay (translation of the famous Negerplastik) accompanied by a rich off-text figure apparatus with photographic plates of African masks and sculptures.

Condition of the volume:
Antique volume in original trade soft cover. Interior complete with plates with natural foxing and browning of the paper due to age.

Focus on the spine: The spine shows evident signs of wear, abrasions and losses of the original wrap, with the binding structure exposed (as clearly shown in the close-up photos). Front and back boards present and legible."

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My name is Giorgio Paolini, and “eLRigate” is my curated space dedicated to vintage items, curiosities, and objects with a story. I personally select each piece: collectible whisky, folk and sacred art, 20th-century design, rare finds, and unique curiosities. I guarantee accurate descriptions, real photographs, and careful, secure packaging with tracked shipping. Transparency, punctuality, and attention to detail are my priorities. If you are looking for something unique, you’re in the right place.
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35 pages of introductory text numbered + 109 black-and-white photographic plates outside the text, printed on coated paper (with captions).

Extremely rare first Italian edition of the study on African sculpture by Carl Einstein (published as Carlo Einstein).

Title: Scultura Africa.n.a (Collana La Civiltà Artistica, Vol. VIII)

Author: Carlo (Carl) Einstein

Publisher: Edizioni di «Valori Plastici», Rome

Year: 1921/1922

Format: Original trade paperback

Content: Carl Einstein's critical essay (translation of the famous Negerplastik) accompanied by a rich off-text figure apparatus with photographic plates of African masks and sculptures.

Condition of the volume:
Antique volume in original trade soft cover. Interior complete with plates with natural foxing and browning of the paper due to age.

Focus on the spine: The spine shows evident signs of wear, abrasions and losses of the original wrap, with the binding structure exposed (as clearly shown in the close-up photos). Front and back boards present and legible."

Seller's Story

My name is Giorgio Paolini, and “eLRigate” is my curated space dedicated to vintage items, curiosities, and objects with a story. I personally select each piece: collectible whisky, folk and sacred art, 20th-century design, rare finds, and unique curiosities. I guarantee accurate descriptions, real photographs, and careful, secure packaging with tracked shipping. Transparency, punctuality, and attention to detail are my priorities. If you are looking for something unique, you’re in the right place.
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Details

書籍数
1
主題
Africa, Art, Art history, Photography
書籍タイトル
Scultura Africana
著者/イラストレーター
Carlo Einstein
コンディション
Good
最古の発行年
1920
エディション
1st Edition
言語
Italian
原語
はい'
出版社
Edizioni di «Valori Plastici» Roma
装丁/素材
Softback
ページ数
144
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