Statues of New York
New York, London: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1923. First edition. Hardcover. Quarto. xxii, 164pp., 82 pates. Original blue cloth with gilt lettering on spine, in original mylar dustjacket. "It is well for a Community to give atmosphere and local color to its history by honoring the prominent few connected with its development with permanent memorials, in stone or bronze, that will inspire the beholder to high ideals and to emulation of deeds of sacrifice, valor, or patriotism." (Tisné). Compendium of notable statues located in New York, and dedicated to New York University in recognition of the work it is doing for the art o America. Illustrated with 82 plates, in photogravure, of national and local heroes. Mylar jacket with one by half an inch chip at head of spine. Binding with light wear along edges, small closed tears at head of spine, very light fraying at tail, with spine sunned. Starting at inside front cover. Block lightly age-toned, not affecting images. DJ, binding and interior in overall good condition. g. Item #45300
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