Achieving the Modern: Canadian Abstract Painting and Design in the 1950s

This is a very good softcover copy with just light cover wear. The spine is not creased, binding firm. Completely clean. This catalog was prepared to accompany the exhibition at the Winnipeg Art Gallery, from December 17, 1992 to February 28, 1993. The exhibition then traveled throughout Canada. Essays by Robert McKaskell, Sandra Paikowsky, Virginia Wright, and Allan Collier. Illustrated in color and black & white. Covers the work of about 75 painters and 35 designers and craftsmen. Covers abstract painting and various crafts like ceramics, glassware, textile design, furniture, lighting, etc. Biographical sketches of the artists and designers. 11" high X 8" wide, 173 pages. This book will be securely packed and shipped with tracking.