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Tramp Art, One Notch At A Time

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Ultimate book about Tramp Art. This well researched book which makes a real contribution to knowledge of this art form. Wallach helps to dispel the myth that Tramp Art was produced solely by unknown hobo artists. He sheds light on the identities of many of the artists, as well as an detailed description of the techniques and materials used. This book is contributing to the growing interest in this folk art form, and is an inspiration to new and old collectors.

Cliff Wallach has been a fixture for years at antique shows and auctions, ferreting out incredible examples of this little known and under-appreciated art form. But with this book project, he became the first person to really find out who many of the artists were, and are. Wallach has clarified many issues, exploded myths and taken pictures of thousands of otherwise-unknown masterpieces of tramp art. The book is not just a worthy historical document, it's a feast for the eyes, with literally hundreds of color plates.