The Dictionary Of 20th Century British Book Illustrators

Cover Type: Hardcover
Book Condition: Very Good
Jacket Condition: Very Good
Publisher: ACC Art Books
Publisher Place: Uk
Publisher Year: 1999
Edition: First Edition

Description: 456 pages. Book and Jacket are both in Very good condition throughout.

Publishers Description: Most of the great British artists of the 20th century have at some time contributed illustrations for books - Stanley Spencer, Paul Nash, John Piper and David Hockney to name but a few. In addition there is a strong tradition of specialist illustrators - Edward Ardizzone and Lynton Lamb for example - whose talents complemented a wide variety of texts. The range of subject matter is enormous - from childrens literature to war art, the humorous to the world of fantasy. A lengthy overview of the subject examines the revival of wood engraving, commercial art, book jackets, and childrens book illustrations. Each dictionary entry consists of brief biographical details, followed by details of education (especially art schools attended), career and influences. For further reference, notes give titles, dates and publishers of books illustrated, exhibitions held, collections, and bibliographies.

ISBN: 9781851491087