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Metropolitan Seminars in Art (Port B) - Color Plates

Name: Metropolitan Seminars in Art (Port B) - Color Plates
Brand: Gladfellow
SKU: GLAD-MET-PLATE-B1
Price: 35.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$35.00 USD

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These high-quality color plates were part of the 1950s Metropolitan Seminars in Art series, with each volume containing removable plates corresponding to its theme.

They provided readers with a rich visual experience, aligning with the series’ educational focus, and remain a highlight for collectors and art enthusiasts today.

Portfolio B: Earth, Heaven, and Hell

Plate names in photos.

Dimensions: 12 3/8" x 9 3/8"

Plates sold as-is. Does not come with book. Final Sale.

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The Metropolitan Seminars in Art series was written by John Canaday, a renowned art critic and historian, and published by the Metropolitan Museum of Art in the 1950s. It was designed to make art appreciation accessible to a general audience, focusing on the study of painting, artistic techniques, movements, and history.

Each volume explores a specific theme, such as “Realism,” “Abstraction,” or “Expressionism,” providing insights into artistic styles, techniques, and the cultural context of art. The books include tipped-in color plates, which are fine-quality reproductions of notable artworks. These plates could be detached for display, making them highly collectible.

John Canaday’s clear and engaging prose simplifies complex art concepts, making the series appealing to both beginners and seasoned art enthusiasts. Spanning a wide range of artistic movements, the volumes provide an in-depth yet approachable art education experience.

The series remains a sought-after collectible for its timeless educational value, elegant design, and inclusion of high-quality artwork reproductions. It is especially prized when complete and in good condition with the original prints intact.

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Additional Notes:

Posters and artwork may ship separately from other items but will be dispatched simultaneously.
Photographs will ship within two weeks.
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