Maxfield Parrish: The Poster Book (Hardcover)

~ Alma Gilbert (Editor), Alma Gilbert-Smith (Editor) "Oil on masonite, 191/2 x 15 in. Original version published as a cover for Life magazine in 1923; this altered version published as a reproduction..." (more)
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Product Description

Now in its third edition, THE MASTERWORKS stands as the authoritative collection of Parrish'¬?s best works. Compiled by long-time Parrish expert and curator Alma Gilbert, THE MASTERWORKS brings together the most popular, most important, and most fanciful of Parrish'¬?s paintings. Here you'¬?ll find the glorious Dinkey Bird, the extensive Florentine Fete murals, the amazing Interlude, and the sublime Daybreak, which sold for a record $4.25 million at a Sotheby'¬?s auction in 1996. Also included are some of Parrish'¬?s lesser-known works, through which we see the development of the artist'¬?s style and technique. Through historical analysis, contemporary news clippings, and letters from the artist himself, we get to know the genius behind the artwork. Updated with all the current Parrish scholarship, this new edition of THE MASTERWORKS continues the grand tradition of celebrating Parrish'¬?s work and bringing his oeuvre to the public.‚Ä¢ Includes an entirely new 16-page section on the Vanderbilt Whitney murals, restored in 1997. ‚Ä¢ Previous editions sold 20,000 copies.

About the Author

ALMA M. GILBERT is an art historian and collector who is considered one of the foremost authorities on Maxfield Parrish. She is the author of ten books about Parrish's work and resides at The Oaks, Parrish's former home in Cornish, New Hampshire.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 72 pages
• Publisher: Ten Speed Press; Revised edition (March 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580081991
• ISBN-13: 978-1580081993
• Product Dimensions: 15.9 x 10.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,826,315 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My review is extremely favorable, and I mean every word., October 24, 1999

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This review is from: Maxfield Parrish, the Poster Book: 29 Full Color Plates (Paperback)

This book is tastefully constructed, and the quality of the prints is impressive. Aside from the amazingly coloured and detailed prints, a short biography is included for those newly aquainted with the artist. It is an excellent buy, not only for the purpose of economy, but with consideration to some of the lesser-known works. It is incredibly rare to see so many prints in one place. Anyone who has this collection can tell you that you will never regret buying it, and for that price you simply can't afford to pass it up.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I agree..., June 17, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Maxfield Parrish, the Poster Book: 29 Full Color Plates (Paperback)

I was hesitant to purchase a book of prints without being able to see it first, but what a great purchase it turned out to be. I would recommend this to any Parrish fan.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great way to decorate on a budget, November 18, 2002

By	Rachel Watkins "Rachel Watkins" (Joshua, Texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I just love the beautiful paintings of Maxfiled Parish and have wanted to place his works around my home for a long time. However, being on a tight budget makes this difficlut....at least it did until I got this book of posters. While the prints aren't as large as I would idealy purchace, the quality and quantity for the price can't be beat. This is a good, inexpensive way to get good-quality art onto your walls even on a pin-up poster budget.