Synopsis
This study traces the development of the folding screen, from its conception in the Orient during the 8th century, to its adoption by Europeans in the 16th century, right up to its appropriation by 20th-century artists.'
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About the Author
Charles Hemming is a decorative artist who paints screens for international clients and contemporary interior designers. He is also the prize-winning author of a number of books on British painting.
Mark Aldbrook is a decorative furniture specialist based in London. He has been a dealer of both antique and modern screens for 10 years.
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The Folding Screen: A Visual History
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Lund Humphries Publishers, London, 1999
ISBN 10: 085331778X
ISBN 13: 9780853317784
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Hardback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR005258987
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The Folding Screen: A Visual History
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This study traces the development of the folding screen, from its conception in the Orient during the 8th century, to its adoption by Europeans in the 16th century, right up to its appropriation by 20th-century artists.'. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR004919352
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The Folding Screen: A Visual History
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The Folding Screen
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Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1150grams, ISBN:9780853317784. Seller Inventory # 9512448
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Folding Screen
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Hardcover. Condition: As New in As New dust jacket. The folding screen's changing form and function is shown in this lavishly illustrated book; the work of many leading figures (Redon, Hoffmann, Mucha, Eames.) in the world of art and design are examined. 144 pages, DJ in mylar sleeve. Extra shipping charges may be required for this large book; please inquire.; 9 1/2 x 11 3/4 ". Seller Inventory # 53324
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Folding Screen, The: A Visual History
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Black Cloth. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 144pp. A super copy of a fascinating book on the folding screen - the text supported by super colour photographs, a glossary and an index. Area of rubbing to front end paper where a sticky label (ownership) has been pealed away from front end paper measuring 5 x 2.5cms - otherwise in fine condition in fine or near fine wrapper - just light shelf marks. A super book. Seller Inventory # 200502
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The Folding Screen A Visual History
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. A tight, clean copy. ; 0.87 x 11.5 x 9.69 Inches; 144 pages. Seller Inventory # 190572
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The Folding Screen
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Seller: George Longden, Macclesfield, United Kingdom
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Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Black boards. Pictorial jacket. 290 x 235 mm. 144 pp. Traces the development of the folding screen, from its conception in the Orient in the eighth century, right up to its appropriation by twentieth-century artists. Well illustrated in colour and b&w. Jacket very lightly dulled at spine, with a little very mild wear at head of spine. Book. Seller Inventory # 57962
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The Folding Screen
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 144 pages, 4to. Out of Print. Minor shelfwear to DJ: light scuffing along edges, small tear at upper right corner of front cover. DJ in mylar. Tightly bound, no marks. Volume is in Very Good condition. Seller Inventory # 47264
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The Folding Screen
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Tight Firm Clean Copy - First Edition - No Signatures, Inscriptions Or Notations Discovered. Illustrated. Black Cloth Hard Cover With Gold Gilt Titled Spine - Light Wear - Has Rubbing Front Bottom Edge Near Corner. Unclipped Jacket With Light Wear. A Heavy Book Additional Postage May Be Requested For Overseas Delivery. Seller Inventory # 009551