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Louis Icart: The Complete Etchings

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Anyone remotely interested in the work of French artist and illustrator Louis Icart, will be impressed by the comprehensive presentation of his etchings. The colour printing is excellent, and in chronological order one can see the development of his career, his charming females in various fashion garments of the period, and also nude, curiously rival the work of Australian artist Norman Lindsay, although Linday's nudes are of the buxom variety, and perhaps more agressive than sleek French models whom Icart make so decorative. Icart is firmly in the tradition of great French Art, after painters like Boucher and Watteau. My only small regret there was not more text about Icart, but this is a book of pictures and as such a recommended reference work.

The book gets bigger and better with each new edition. The latest revision just came out in July, 2002. There are about 600 pictures and all are in color. It is by far the most complete book on Louis Icart.

I started collected Icart sketches a few years ago. This book is FABULOUS. It breaks down his work by periods. The pages are full of his sketches / year created / little tid bits regarding them. The reproduced works are full color (though I love love love the black and white sketches) and just beautiful. At the end of the book is a short glimpse of other artists whose work was during the same time, making comparison easy.

If you like Icart -- this book is a HAVE TO HAVE!

If you are a fan of Louis Icart, this is the book for you. The pictures of his work are magnificent , about the closest some of us will ever get to the real work. It is a beautiful book.

The book was in like new condition. Couldn't tell if it had ever been used. Great hardback with beautiful pictures of Icart's works. Price was more than reasonable compared to new and shipping was very fast. I had it within days!! Would definately order again!

This is a beautiful book of Icart's work. We love Icart. It is a very well organized book. It is worth the money.