Birmingham, Alabama: The Classics of Medicine Library. 1984[1806]. Quarto Size. MINT - as new condition. Unread. Grey gilt decorated leather boards, raised bands to spine, gilt page edges. Marbled endpapers. Black & white illustrations by the author. Ribbon marker. Very attractive book. Includes Notes from the Editors Booklet. 186 pages. Classics of Medicine Library series. Sir Charles Bell [1774-1842] was a Scottish Surgeon and anatomist, with a capacity for producing beautiful detailed drawings. This book was originally published in 1806 and stresses the importance of a knowledge of anatomy to the artist. This lovely book would appeal equally to the artist and those interested in anatomy. Giftable condition. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. . Like New. 1st thus. Hardback.

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Bookseller: Adelaide Booksellers (AU)
Bookseller's Inventory #: BIB309637
Title: Essays on the Anatomy of Expression in Painting
Author: Bell, Charles
Format/Binding: Hardback
Book Condition: New Like New
Edition: 1st thus
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: The Classics of Medicine Library
Place of Publication: Birmingham, Alabama
Date Published: 1984[1806]
Bookseller catalogs: Medicine; art-practical;

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