Zao Wou-Ki – Rare Monograph by Jean Leymarie (1978, Hier et Demain) – Book

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Immerse yourself in the magnificent world of lyrical abstraction with this definitive monograph on Zao Wou-Ki.
Authored by renowned art historian Jean Leymarie, and featuring invaluable documentation by Françoise Marquet, this large-format volume—published in 1978 by Éditions Hier et Demain (Paris; ISBN 9782720600517)—stands as one of the most comprehensive and sought-after studies of the Franco-Chinese master.

Spanning 331 pages in French, this exceptional art book traces the artist’s journey from his arrival in Paris in 1948 to his international acclaim. It offers an incredibly rich visual record, compiling over 470 illustrations and reproductions of artworks (including 215 high-quality color plates) alongside numerous period photographs, a detailed biography, and a list of public collections. An essential resource for collectors, historians, and contemporary art enthusiasts.

Bibliographic details:
– Author: Jean Leymarie (research by Françoise Marquet)
– Publisher: Éditions Hier et Demain, Paris
– Publication year: 1978 (First edition)
– Format: Quarto (4to), bound, with illustrated dust jacket
– ​​Pages: 331 pages
– ISBN / EAN: 9782720600517 / 2720600512
– Condition: Very good condition, near-mint. The interior is perfectly clean, fresh, and free of annotations. The binding is solid and well-preserved. Note only a few very minor, superficial signs of use on the illustrated dust jacket—nothing significant for this superb collector’s copy.

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