EDWARD BURRA: TWENTIETH CENTURY EYE (First Edition)
Book Description
Edward Burra was an unconventional artist who was at the peak of his creative powers during the 1930's. He painted people when that was considered to be out of fashion ; he painted landscapes when these were also considered to be unfashionable. Although profoundly disabled he lead a rich & full life and he left a legacy of fine letters & writing as well as his paintings.
Author
Jane Stevenson
Date
2007 (First Edition)
Binding
Black boards with gilt titles to the spine
Publisher
Jonathan Cape
Illustrator
Black / white photographic plates
Condition
VG+ in a VG+ colour dust wrapper featuring a detail from Burra's 'The Tea-Shop' on the front & a portrait of Burra by John Banting on the rear.
Pages
496
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