Through rich illustrations and informative texts, readers will discover the masterpieces of art housed in this prestigious museum.
The book covers different artistic styles, from Renaissance to Modernism, and provides a deeper insight into the history and significance of each exhibited painting.
Linen binding, 33 pages, 9 partially folding color plates (altar triptych), 31 black and white photos, sources, color plates, photo reproductions, dust jacket (slight damage), large format 4°.
Seeman Verlag, 1952.
German. Latin alphabet. Hardcover with dust jacket.
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