The Boy Who Bit Picasso
Penrose, Antony
ISBN 10: 0500238731 ISBN 13: 9780500238738
Published by Thames and Hudson Ltd, 2010
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Many illustrations, signed with a doodle on the title page. The Author is the son of Lee Miller and Roland Penrose. Seller Inventory # 023521
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This delighful children’s book is a wonderful introduction to Picasso. It tells the true story of Antony Penrose – son of the photographer Lee Miller and the painter and writer Roland Penrose – and his childhood friendship with the great artist. Some sixty-five enchanting illustrations accompany the text, including Picasso’s most appealing artworks, plus evocative archive photography by Lee Miller. An inspiring look at the creative practices of an artist, this is an illustrated book to enthral and inspire young art fans of four and over.
About the Author: Antony Penrose is a British photographer. The son of Sir Roland Penrose and Lee Miller, he is director of the Lee Miller Archive and Penrose Collection at his parents' former home, Farley Farm House.
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Title: The Boy Who Bit Picasso
Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd
Publication Date: 2010
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Near Fine
Signed: Signed by Author(s)
Edition: 1st Edition
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ISBN 10: 0500238731
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Hardback. Dust Jacket. 8vo. Original publishers laminated boards, lettered black at the spine. Signed by the author on the title page. Flatsigned. Copiously illustrated in colour and black and white throughout. ISBN: 0500238731 Pages: 48 Very good indeed in very good indeed dust jacket. Signedes. Seller Inventory # C90038
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The Boy Who Bit Picasso
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Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Nice signed copy. Book presents as unread, DJ however has a faded spine (see pictures). All our books at the moment are reduced so the price you see reflects a 33% discount. You may be interested in The Literaticus Book Service. We specialise in tracking down those harder to find editions, among other bookish services such as gift fulfilment. Get in touch to send us your Book Wants or ask a bookish question. If this is intended as a gift, please email first and we can gift wrap for no extra charge. If you would like special delivery but don't see an option for it, just email first and we can obtain a quote. If you have any questions, require more information or if you would like more pictures, do not hesitate to get in touch. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 003483
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4to. pp 47. Colour illustrated dust jacket. Original publisher's colour illustrated cloth with black lettering at spine. Inscribed by the author at half-title page. ISBN: 9780500238738 Fine in fine dust jacket. Seller Inventory # C33517
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The Boy Who Bit Picasso
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ISBN 13: 9780500238738
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Seller: The Print Room, Cockernhoe nr Luton, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Jacket by Katya Sanigar (aged 6 1/2), other illustrations by children, Lee Miller and after Picasso (illustrator). 1st Edition. First edition, first impression. SIGNED, INSCRIBED AND DOODLED BY ANTONY PENROSE, IN BLUE PEN, ON TITLE PAGE 'For Frances in memory of Michael Muir with best wishes from Antony Penrose'. Some minuscule edge wear to top and bottom of jacket and spine, not price clipped (price on back jacket (£8.95), no other inscriptions, internally clean tight and square, overall a vg++ copy, looks unread. 48pp, lavishly illustrated. This delighful children's book is a wonderful introduction to Picasso. It tells the true story of Antony Penrose, son of the photographer Lee Miller and the painter and writer Roland Penrose, and his childhood friendship with the great artist. Some sixty five enchanting illustrations accompany the text, including Picasso's most appealing artworks, plus evocative archive photography by Lee Miller. An inspiring look at the creative practices of an artist, this is an illustrated book to enthral and inspire all young art fans. Scarce signed. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 008273
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The Boy Who Bit Picasso
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ISBN 13: 9780500238738
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Signed. First Edition. AUTHOR SIGNED. Seller Inventory # mon0000037263
The Boy Who Bit Picasso
Published by
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ISBN 10: 0500238731
ISBN 13: 9780500238738
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Seller: M. C. Wilson, Perth, WA, Australia
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first impression 2010 SIGNED by Antony Penrose fine hardback in a fine dust wrapper. No inscription. Not price clipped. 48 pages. Illustrations. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 0013892