New York: William S. Konecky, Ltd. Reprint Edition. Fine. 4to 11" - 13" tall. Hans Hinz. Bound handsomely in a brilliant white cloth hardcover format, being a reprinted edition of the original, true First Edition from 1968, augmented with the brilliant photographs of Hans Hinz, text by Rene S. Wassing, and translated by Diana Imber. xii + 285 pp., complete with Foreword, an Introduction, the full catalogue proper, an Appendix, Bibliography, In, and replete with well over 200 fine reproductions, printed on high-gloss paper, many being in full color, and with two helpful maps. Sans original dust jacket but one flap of which is laid in. Sturdy, tightly bound, a bit soiled along edges, sunned at spine, else quite fine of interior.Member, I.O.B.A., C.B.A., and adherent to the highest ethical standards. Additional postage may be required for oversize or especially heavy volumes, and for sets.

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Bookseller: Structure, Verses, Agency Books - Member, I.O.B.A. (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 349060
Title: African Art: its background and traditions
Author: Wassing, Rene S
Illustrator: Hans Hinz
Book Condition: Used - Fine
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: Reprint Edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: William S. Konecky, Ltd
Place of Publication: New York
Size: 4to 11" - 13" tall
Weight: 0.00 lbs
Keywords: Rene S. Wassing|Hans Hinz|African art history

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Occasionally rare, frequently scarce, always fine, or is that Fine? Structure, Verses, Agency Books specializes in the fine arts (painting, the decorative arts, photography, sculpture, Jewish art and artists, art history, art movements), but also carries fine antiquarian tomes, works in the French language, Western Americana, poetry, the social sciences, and some modern first editions. We also selectively purchase books and collections thereof. We also offer appraisals and advice about library-building. We also offer a book-of-the-month club, called Once Upon a Tome. Ask about a subscription thereto. Thanks!

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