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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Thomas Hart Benton (illustrator). 1st Edition. Author: Harry Hahn Title: The Rape of LaBelle Illustrator: Thomas Hart Benton Publisher: Frank Glenn Publishing Co., Inc. Place of Publication: Kansas City, Missouri Year: 1946 Edition: First Edition Printing: First Edition stated Binding: Hardcover Dust Jacket: Present, illustrated ISBN (if applicable): Pre-ISBN era Illustrations: Illustrated by Thomas Hart Benton Pagination: Not stated Dimensions: Not measured Language: English Provenance: Dedication page to Conrad Hug, Sr. (1898-1920), noted art dealer reference Signed: Not signed Notable Attributes: First Edition; Illustrated Dust Jacket; Thomas Hart Benton illustrations; mid-century art and historical narrative Edition Verification Notes: Copyright page states 1946 Frank Glenn Publishing Co., Inc. with First Edition designation and no later printings listed. Condition: Book in very good vintage condition with clean interior pages and stable binding. Light age toning consistent with a 1946 publication. Dust jacket present with edge wear, small chips, and rubbing visible, particularly along the top edge and corners. Boards remain solid and structurally sound. A well-preserved first edition example with original illustrated jacket. Description: First edition of The Rape of LaBelle by Harry Hahn, published in 1946 by Frank Glenn Publishing Co., and illustrated by renowned American artist Thomas Hart Benton. The work centers on the historical narrative surrounding Leonardo da Vinci's portrait La Belle Ferronniere, blending art history, biography, and narrative interpretation. From a carefully curated catalog emphasizing collectible, decorative, and historically significant editions selected for condition and presentation. Collector and dealer inquiries are welcome, and we are happy to watch for specific titles or editions for private libraries and curated collections. All items are carefully packed and shipped using environmentally conscious materials, including recycled boxes and protective packing whenever possible.