(Flagstaff): Northland Publishing, (1997). First edition. One of 500 numbered copies, signed by the author and by 96 of the artists covered in this book (95 actually as Tom Lovell died before he could affix his signature; the book is dedicated to his memory). Oblong quarto. 4 leaves of signatures, xvii, [1], 212, [2] pp. Color plates throughout. Publisher's quarter leather over green cloth, gilt spine lettering, color plate laid down to front cover, slipcase with gilt lettering. A very good copy.With small biographies of all the artists, this title has become a useful reference.

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Bookseller: Nat DesMarais Rare Books, ABAA (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 70678
Title: Leading the West; One Hundred Contemporary Painters and Sculptors.
Author: HAGERTY, DONALD G
Book Condition: Used
Quantity Available: 1
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Northland Publishing
Place of Publication: (Flagstaff)
Date Published: (1997)

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