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Author: Clara Erskine Clement.
Title: ANGELS in Art.
Publisher: Boston, L. C. Page & Company, 1898. First Edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7.5" X 5".
Pages: 267 pages
Binding: Attractive and very good original illustrated full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly scuffed - as shown, spine slightly darkened - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. Upper edge gilt.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, bookplate and name of a previous owner [Pauline Carson Foster] on the first endpaper - as shown, rare light foxing or staining - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with all 34 full-page illustrations by various artists.

The book: ANGELS in Art (1898) by Clara Erskine Clement is a rare first edition that explores the representation of angels in art history. This work is notable for its scholarly and accessible analysis, making it a valuable resource for both art historians and general readers interested in the depiction of angelic figures across different cultures and periods. The book is enhanced by 34 full-page illustrations, showcasing various artists' interpretations of angels, and providing a visual complement to Clement's insightful text. The original illustrated full-cloth binding, along with the book's overall good condition, adds to its desirability as a collector's item for enthusiasts of art history and religious iconography.

The author: Clara Erskine Clement was a renowned author and art historian who contributed significantly to the popular understanding of art and its history. Her works are celebrated for their thorough research, engaging writing style, and ability to illuminate the cultural and spiritual dimensions of art. "ANGELS in Art" stands as a testament to her dedication to art education and her skill in bringing the art world's complexities to a wider audience.