New York: Simon and Schuster, 1988. " A thoroughly engaging portrait. Not only do we learn about Rembrandt, but diverse facets of 17th century Europe as a whole are captured. Charles Mee communicates his love for Rembrandt's painting, as well as his compassion for Rembrandt as a man. A gripping and compelling book." These are the words of Joseph Papp. Illustrations accompany text. Repleat with bibliography, notes, illustration sources and index. Taupe boards with brown cloth spine - gilt title print to spine. Bookplate to fep, name to prelim boldly written. The front panel of the dust jacket is an illustration of "View Over Amstel From The Rampart" and Rembrandt, 'Self-Portrait As A Young Man'. Rear panel is Rembrandt, Self-Portrait.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Near Fine.

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Bookseller: Gilt Edge Books (CA)
Bookseller's Inventory #: A1216
Title: Rembrandt's Portrait. A Biography
Author: Mee, Charles L. Jr
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Near Fine
Jacket Condition: Near Fine
Edition: First Edition
ISBN 10: 0671622137
ISBN 13: 9780671622138
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1988
Keywords: Biography Dutch Painting Artists-Netherlands Rembrandt ISBN 0-671-62213-7
Bookseller catalogs: Art;

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