Andean Art at Dumbarton Oaks. 2 Vols.
Washington, D.C. Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection, 1996. First edition. Hardcover. Small Folio. xix, 320, [5] 321-497pp. Original gray cloth with gilt lettering on cover and spine, in original photo-illustrated dustjacket with white lettering on spine.
Andean Art at Dumbarton Oaks presents the Andean portion of the Robert Woods Bliss Collection of Pre-Columbian Art. It superbly illustrates all 133 Andean objects in color plates, and includes many complementary and comparative black-and-white illustrations and dawings. The body of Pre-Columbian art that Robert Bliss carefully assembled over a half-century between 1912 and 1963, which has been amplified slightly since his death, is a remarkably significant collection. These works of art are among the finest examples of the visual arts produce by Andean cultures." (Publisher).
Includes technical glossary for textiles, an extensive bibliography by Janis William, and index at rear. Previous owner's name inked to top of front free endpaper of both volumes. Previous owner's nameand date inked to free endpapers. Minor wear to dustjackets. Near fine condition. Item #55332
ISBN: 0884022250
Price: $275.00