Collecting American Paintings : Identification and Values

English

Series: Identification and Value Guide Ser.

ISBN: 1574324314

EAN: 9781574324310

Category: Antiques & Collectibles / Art

Publisher: Collector Books

Release Date: 04/30/2005

Synopsis: A. Everette James, Jr. SCM, MD A. Everette James, author of North Carolina Art Pottery, 1900 - 1960, has produced an all-new title, this time focusing on collectible American paintings. In this comprehensive book with more than 300 photographs and more than 450 illustrations, he outlines the necessary steps in selecting a painting, authenticating a painting, determining a value, acquiring a painting at auction, and evaluating the condition of a piece. Both major and minor artists are briefly discussed, and overviews of Impressionism, Tonalism, The Aschan School, African-American artists, and Southern Women artists are presented. There are even tips on managing your art collection, the realities of funding and financing, and collecting what you can afford. The beauty of American art is evident in this collectors guide - a must-have for collectors of American paintings and collectors of art in general

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Collecting American Paintings : Identification and Values

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Format: Hardcover

Height: 1.0 inches

Width: 8.5 inches

Length: 11.0 inches

Weight: 48.11 oz

Pages: 320