James Carson Webster (23 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Solid binding, gently worn at spine; Clean, sturdy boards - gently edge-worn w/ spine-gilt rubbed/faded; Pages free of markings; A Good copy.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

hardcover. Condition: Good. ~Good. No DJ. Light to moderate shelf wear to boards; satisfaction guaranteed. Red boards, gold gilt to cover and spine. VOLUME 1 ONLY.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Light wear. Clean text. A14.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Cloth. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. 3 volume set, complete. Hard cover 8vos in burgundy pebble-grain cloth w/gold dec and titles, top edge gilt. Fine and unmarked; no DJs. 824pp inc. Appendix, Index; illustrated in photos. Additional postage for Priority or International. Book.

Condition: New.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Orientation for Modern Times - Division Two & Three - Understanding Modern Art Divisions Two and Three of Orientation for Modern Times, collectively titled Understanding Modern Art, represent the core analytical sections of the course authored by Leo Katz and James Carson Webster. Published by the Delphian Society (originally in 1936, with reprints in 1939 and 1940), these volumes move from foundational theory to specific applications in modern movements and American art. This copy is in Fine condition, with little to no real wear on the cover or pages. It is solid and clean. See photos.…

Hard Cover. Condition: NEW. Dust Jacket Condition: None (as Issued?). Part One, Reprint of 1939. Text/BRAND NEW. Gilt embossed maroon boards/Fine. DJ/None (as Issued?). Gilt to upper text block. A 3-part course on the historical, psychological, philosophical & scientific backgrounds of modern art. This is Part One only; first published 1936. 257 pgs w/line drawings & b/w fotos in 17 chapters: I, The Horizon of Modern Art; II, A Modern Conception of Art Development; III, Vision - A New Key to Aesthetics; IV, Cultural Waves; V, Our Position Today; VI, The A.B.C. of Art Language; VII, The Elements of Personal Expression; VIII, The Elements of Composition; IX, Creation in Nature & Art; X, Two Fundamental Approaches to Life; XI, Intuition; XII, Old & New Art; XIII, Contemporaneous Art; XIV, Changing Art Evaluations; XV, The Conquest of Space; XVI, Form & Speed; and XVII, Futurism. Vintage/Modern Art. …

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: None (As Issued?). Part One, Reprint of 1939. Text/BRAND NEW. Gilt embossed maroon boards/Fine. DJ/None (as Issued?). Upper text edge in gilt. A 3-part course on the historical, psychological, philosophical & scientific backgrounds of modern art. This is Part Three only; first published 1936. 824 pgs w/photo illustrations, covering chapters 38 thru' 53: The chapters are: 38, The Climax of the Revolt Against Reality - Surrealism; 39, Art Patrons - Surrealism in Everyday Life; 40, Art in America - I; 41, Art in America - II; 42, Art in America - III; 43, Art in America - IV; 44, Art in America - V; 45, Art in America - VI; 46, Mural Art in Pre-War America; 47, Psychological Background of Modern Murals; 48, The Mexican Renaissance; 49, Recent Murals in the United States; 50, Modern American Sculpture; 51, Functionalism; 52, The Birth of Modern Architecture; and 53, Frank Lloyd Wright & the International Style, followed by Appendix & Index. …

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First THUS. Very Good 3 volume set. Lightly worn burgundy cloth hardcovers with top edge gilt. All volumes are tightly bound and clean with unmarked text. An interpretation of the historical, psychological, philosophical and scientific backgrounds of modern art.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Tight crisp bright books, unmarked but for occasional pencilled marginalia to volume 1. First volume (Basic Trends) in gray buckram and others in maroon buckram, with gilt titles and decoration; wear to top of spine and corners of volume 2.; 824 pages.…

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Part One of this classic analysis of modern art, surveying the various artists, their styles, techniques, and intentions, their impact upon the art world, the reactions of critics and other artists, sample presentations of their work, much more. Hardcover, illustrations, 257pp. A very nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating evolution of how months were depicted in art, from antiquity to the 12th century. The author traces the journey of these artistic representations, starting with their origins in the late antique world, as seen in the Hellenistic frieze of Hagios Eleutherios in Athens. The exploration continues through the intricate illustrations of the Chronograph of 354 and the vibrant mosaics of Carthage and Beisan. The author expertly positions the subject within the broader context of cultural history, revealing how representations of the months evolved from personifications of time periods to depictions of seasonal activities and labors. This shift reflects changing societal values and the increasing emphasis on the human experience of time. The book delves into the iconographic details of these artworks, uncovering the symbolism embedded in the attributes, poses, and clothing of the figures. Readers are invited to consider the interplay between astronomical knowledge, religious beliefs, and daily life as expressed through these artistic representations. By examining the subtle variations and common themes across different cultures and time periods, the book offers valuable insights into the medieval understanding of time, nature, and human existence. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1938 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 330 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 330 Webster, J. Carson (James Carson), 1905-1989.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 19.68 x 24.13 cms} Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2013, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1938. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 323, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 323.…

Full Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 19.68 x 24.13 cms} A Unique Premium Leather-Bound book for elite readers/collectors of old rare books. An Original Leather is being used for binding this book with Golden Leaf Printing and designing on Spine, front and Back of the book with edge gilding. WE HAVE MULTIPLE OPTIONS IN COLOR OF LEATHER RED, GREEN, BLUE, MAGENTA, TAN, PURPLE DEEP BROWN, BLACK AND WITH DIFFERENT COLOR LABELS. YOU MAY CHOOSE ANY COLOR OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAIL US. This service is chargeable. Original edition was published in [1938] and this unique edition is Reprinted in 2013 with the help of original edition. Black & white printing on high quality natural shade paper with sewing binding for longer life, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually on computer and make them readable. We give our best to give you the best book but in some cases we have to adjust few pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume. We hope that you understand these issues in these old treasure. This is an important book for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure. Our dedicated team is trying to bring these rare books back to the shelves. We are also giving service of printing the hard-to-find books which are not listed in our store. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - English, Pages 323, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Please be aware that because leather is a natural material, slight discoloration or change in texture may be visible. {FOLIO EDITION (Size 12x19 Inches) IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST}. 323.…