Author: SENEFELDER, ALOIS
Title: A Complete Course of Lithography
Description: Da Capo Press, 1977. First Edition. Hardcover. ISBN: 0306800535. Some scuffing of the cover edges. Spotting on front free-end paper and on book block edges (top, side, base). Otherwise, pages are clear. ; Light wear to spine, covers, edges and corners. Spine good. Some illustrated examples of typeface and Lithography items. The last 21 sheets (42 pages) are un-numbered. They are a supplement from the first German and French editions; and include 'Directions to the Binder', 'Notes to Supplementary Plates' and with b&w illustrations. This finely presented and detailed book is by Alois Senefelder, the inventor of lithography. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art and science of this printing technique. Originally published in the early 19th century, it is a comprehensive guide to the lithographic process, materials, and methodologies. Senefelder's insights and practical advice are/were derived from his own experiments and experiences - making it a foundational text for practitioners and historians of printmaking alike. ; 342 (21) pages. Very Good- with no dust jacket .

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