Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Boxed limited Edition SIGNED by the Publisher! ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; This is a limited edition of a monograph that explores in depth a collection of Art Deco tabletop sculptures of dancer Isadora Duncan by a handful of gifted artists and craftsmen. Contains a biographical essay by Savinio, an essay on the Art Deco statuary by Umberto Di Cristina, editor's introduction, and a biographical chronology of Isadora Duncan., there are over 60 full color lavish photo illustrations of stunning sculptures tipped onto luxurious blue Fabriano paper. Author: Alberto Savinio - Alberto Savinio, real name Andrea Francesco Alberto de Chirico was an Italian writer, painter, musician, journalist, essayist, playwright, set designer and composer. He was the younger brother of 'metaphysical' painter Giorgio De Chirico. His work often dealt with philosophical and psychological themes, and he also was heavily concerned with the philosophy of art.Throughout his life, Savinio composed five operas and authored at least forty-seven books, including multiple autobiographies and memoirs. Savinio also extensively wrote and produced works for the theater. Savinio's work received mixed reviews during his lifetime, often due to his pervasive use of surrealism. He was influenced by and a contemporary of Apollinaire, Picasso, Jean Cocteau, Max Jacob, and Fernand Léger.

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