Augustus JOHN / Chiaroscuro Fragments of Autobiography Signed 1st Edition 1952

Description: Chiaroscuro: Fragments of Autobiography Author: JOHN, Augustus Title: Chiaroscuro: Fragments of Autobiography Publication: London: Cape, (1952) Description: Hardcover. First edition. Trifle sunned at the crown, corners a little bumped and faint tape shadows where an address label in John's hand had been affixed (and has now been removed and laid in). This copy Inscribed by the painter to Hope Montgomery Scott and her husband Edgar: "To Hope & Edgar with love Augustus 1952." Laid in is a postcard with an affectionate (unsigned) Easter inscription to Hope Scott. In the text John mentions staying at Oliver St. John Gogarty's home where he painted both Mrs. Scott and W.B. Yeats. He mentions Scott with warm affection and comments on her great beauty. A pleasing and significant association between the artist and his model. John was one of the foremost portraitists of his time. Seller ID: 965 Between the Covers Between the Covers has been selling books for more than 30 years. Today we offer a wide ranging inventory, from Modern First Editions to General Used Books to Rare Archival Collections. We are active members of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA) and the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB). Terms All orders ship within two business days. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All books are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

Price: 450 USD

Location: Gloucester City, New Jersey

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