Henry Moore by Herbert Read, 1966 Book
Vintage Book “Henry Moore, A Study of His Life and Work” by Herbert Read, 1966. Frederick A. Praeger, Publishers, New York, Washington. Second Printing 1967.
Biography and appreciation of author’s long-time friend with the artist’s full cooperation. All photos of Moore’s art are by Moore who was one the world’s great sculptors. 284 pages 245 photos with bibliography, annotated list of illustrations & index, 6 inches by 8.3 inches, clear mylar jacket , printed in Holland. Condition: some aging & wear. Some of clear mylar jacket has peeled on edge of book. Otherwise, a collector’s item. $45.
In this book the author has traced in simple outline Henry Moore’s development as an artist, beginning with a biographical account of his origins and education, and proceeding to a stage-by-stage analysis of the development of his style and invention. The sculptor has put himself at the disposal of the writer and the result is an authoritative biography of one of the greatest of living artists by one of the world’s leading art critics.