The Pre-Raphaelites in Context

A collection of four essays presented at 'The Pre-Raphaelite in Context' symposium, researched and written by a range of academics with illustrations throughout. First and only edition, in the publisher's original paper wraps. Illustrations include eight pages of full-page colour illustrations, as well as forty black and white illustrations, all by Pre-Raphaelite artists. 'The Pre-Raphaelites in Context' is a collection of four essays that were presented at a symposium that was held at the Henry E. Huntington Library and Art Gallery. The symposium was held in conjunction with a relevant art exhibit, as well as a simultaneous publication in 'The Huntington Library Quarterly'. Contents include essays such as 'Pre-Raphaelite Challenges to Victorian Canons of Beauty' by Susan P. Casteras, as well as ''A Thing to Mind': The Materialist Aesthetic of William Morri' by Jerome McGann.Prior owner's pencil inscription to half-title page.Collated, complete. In the publisher's original paper wraps. Externally, smart. Minimal fading to margins of wraps, as well as a bit of edge wear to extremities. Externally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright and clean throughout. Prior owner's pencil inscription to half-title page. Very Good Indeed. …