By 1947, Matisse - in his seventies and suffering poor health - much preferred the simple, fluid act of cutting forms from painted paper to drawing or painting. It was his intention to use this assemblage technique to illustrate a collection of poems, which would be printed as a limited edition book. As this project evolved, Matisse's notes, written with a paintbrush in looping letters, became integral, and the publisher agreed that they should replace the poems. They appear here in their original 'rough' form, creating a ...
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By 1947, Matisse - in his seventies and suffering poor health - much preferred the simple, fluid act of cutting forms from painted paper to drawing or painting. It was his intention to use this assemblage technique to illustrate a collection of poems, which would be printed as a limited edition book. As this project evolved, Matisse's notes, written with a paintbrush in looping letters, became integral, and the publisher agreed that they should replace the poems. They appear here in their original 'rough' form, creating a visual counterpoint to the images. Henri Matisse Jazz has stood the test of time, and is regarded as one of Matisse's greatest achievements - its original illustrations still exhibited as significant works in their own right. This edition is accompanied by a special book mounted on the reverse of the presentation box's cover, featuring both a translation of Matisse's text and two new essays: one examining its principal place among other artists' books, and the other surveying the history of artists' books as a field
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Add this copy of Henri Matisse Jazz to cart. $166.50, new condition, Sold by Powell's Books Chicago rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Chicago, IL, UNITED STATES, published 2013 by Thames & Hudson Ltd.
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New. 2013. Facsimile. hardcover. Unbound facimile is reproduced from a numbered copy of "Jazz" by Henri Matisse, published 1947 by Teriade, Paris. It is printed in 12 colors at 90 percent of the original size. Sold in a slipcare with an accompanying booklet of essays. New.
Add this copy of Henri Matisse Jazz to cart. $199.00, like new condition, Sold by Hennessey + Ingalls rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Los Angeles, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2013 by Thames & Hudson.
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Used-Like New. Like New; This is a facsimile of the Artist's book Jazz by Henri Matisse, first published in 1947 by Teriade, Paris. This edition published in 2013 by Thames & Hudson. Loose-leaf folded facsimile pages housed in a cloth covered clamshell case. 200 pages with 20 full color illustrations. Accompanied by a special book mounted on the reverse of box cover, featuring both a translation of Matisse's text and two new essays: one examining Jazz's principal place among other artists' books; the other surveying the history of artists' books as a field. The facsimile pages are in excellent condition. The blue cloth clamshell case has a small amount of shelf rubbing. Buyer will be pleased.
Add this copy of Henri Matisse Jazz to cart. $202.50, very good condition, Sold by Michael Knight, Bookseller rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Forest Grove, OR, UNITED STATES, published 2013 by Thames & Hudson.
Add this copy of Henri Matisse Jazz to cart. $300.00, very good condition, Sold by Magers and Quinn Booksellers rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Minneapolis, MN, UNITED STATES, published 2013 by Thames & Hudson Ltd.
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Very Good. Condition: Very Good; This is a facsimile of the Artist's book Jazz by Henri Matisse, first published in 1947 by Teriade, Paris. This edition published in 2013 by Thames & Hudson. Loose-leaf folded facsimile pages housed in a cloth covered clamshell case. 200 pages with 20 full color illustrations. Accompanied by a special book mounted on the reverse of box cover, featuring both a translation of Matisse's text and two new essays: one examining Jazz's principal place among other artists' books; the other surveying the history of artists' books as a field. The facsimile pages are in excellent condition. The accompanying book has some light wear. The blue cloth clamshell case has a small amount of shelf rubbing. Photos upon request.
Add this copy of Henri Matisse Jazz (Facsimile Box Set) to cart. $433.38, like new condition, Sold by 84 Charing Cross Road Books rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Cambridge, CAMBS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2013 by Thames and Hudson.
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Collectable-Fine Condition. 9780500517239. Fine 2013 boxed set, beautiful oversize edition with loose-leaf reproductions inside. Book housed inside front of clamshell box. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2-3 kilos. Category: Art & Design; ISBN: 0500517231. ISBN/EAN: 9780500517239. The book is available to view in-person at our Cambridge hub. The photos provided are of the actual book for sale, further condition-specific photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 091679.
Add this copy of Henri Matisse Jazz to cart. $446.12, new condition, Sold by PlumCircle rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from West Mifflin, PA, UNITED STATES, published 2013 by Thames & Hudson.
