Hidden images: Games of perception, anamorphic art, illusion : from the Renaissance to the present

Fred Leeman

4.07 out of 5 stars

14 ratings by Goodreads

ISBN 10: 0810990199 ISBN 13: 9780810990197

Published by Abrams, 1976

Language: English

Condition: Used - Very good Soft cover

Save for Later

Sold by Hennessey + Ingalls, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.

AbeBooks Seller since April 8, 2013

Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars

View this seller's items

View all copies of this book

Used - Soft cover

Condition: Used - Very good

Price:

US$ 20.00

US$ 6.50 shipping
Ships within U.S.A.

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Free 30-day returns

Save for Later

About this Item

Used copy with light wear. Still has the Reflector.

Seller Inventory # 317089

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

Hidden images: Games of perception, anamorphic art, illusion : from the Renaissance to the present

Publisher

Abrams

Publication Date

1976

Language

English

ISBN 10

0810990199

ISBN 13

9780810990197

Binding

Trade Paperback

Illustrator

Profusely Illustrated

Condition

Used - Very Good

Seller catalogs

Art - Criticism

About this title

Synopsis

BOOK DETAILS -- 202 illustrations, including 28 plates in full color. BOOK BLURB -- "Among the most baffling and entertaining illusions are those created by anamorphic distortion. By sophisticated application of the laws of perspective, pictures can be stretched and distored beyond recognition, remaining 'unreadable' until they are viewed from a special angle or with the aid of a suitably shaped reflecting surface." In this book "we can play the game of perspective distortion in the company of artists such as Leonardo, Holbein, Caravaggio, and Carracci, and follow its progress through the centuries...." "A sheet of reflecting silver plastic is packed in each book. When rolled into a cylinder and placed on a circular picture, it unravels the many secrets -- the hidden political, religious, and erotic images -- that lie hidden in these strange and wonderful works of art."

Language Notes

Text: English, Dutch (translation)

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Since its founding in 1963, Hennessey + Ingalls has grown to fill a unique niche in American retailing. Our store is the largest art and architecture bookstore in the western United States, and it is probably the largest retail operation in the country dealing just with books on the visual arts.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Hennessey + Ingalls, Inc.
300 S. Santa Fe Ave., Suite M, Los Angeles, CA, 90013, U.S.A.

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

We guarantee the condition of every book as it's described
on the Abebooks web sites. If you're dissatisfied with your
purchase (Incorrect Book/Not as Described/Damaged) or if the
order hasn't arrived, you're eligible for a refund within 30
days of the estimated delivery date. If you've changed your
mind about a book that you've ordered, please use the Ask
bookseller a question link to contact us and we'll respond
within 2 business days.

Shipping Terms

Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	5 to 14 business days	3 to 6 business days
First item	US$ 6.50	US$ 17.50

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.