by Dorival
Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita – Works 1949-1968 | Limited Edition 2000 copies. Off Trade No. 36 | Bernard Dorival 1978 (book)
$1,845.00
1 in stock
This post is also available in:
Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita (藤田嗣治) – Collection of Works 1949-1968, rare monograph by Bernard Dorival in a limited edition of only 2000 copies, published in 1978 by Nichido Shuppanbu.
Off trade copy no. 36 (番外36番). Bilingual French-Japanese book in very good condition, original slipcase in fair condition. (see photos)
This collector’s edition presents Foujita’s major paintings between 1949 and 1968. The cover reproduces the sumptuous “Virgin crowned by two angels” (1962-1963), an emblematic work from his mystical period after his conversion to Catholicism in 1959.
Rare features visible in the book:
– Self-portrait of Foujita as a Franciscan friar with his iconic round glasses
– Portrait of his wife Kimiyo Fujita as a donor
– Characteristic fusion of Renaissance art and Japanese sumi-e style
– Emblematic animals (hare, birds)
Sought after by collectors of School of Paris art, Japanese art editions and rare books on Foujita.
Shipping:
– The book is carefully packaged. A tracking number is provided to guarantee safe delivery.
– A signature is required upon delivery.
Additional photos are available in the top left corner. Don’t hesitate to consult them! Click on one of them to see an enlarged, close-up view!
Want to pay in euros? Before placing your order, click the orange word “French” located just below the main product photo. This instantly switches the page to the French version with prices in €.
Related products
Updating…
