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The Diary of George A. Lucas: An American Art Agent In Paris,1857-1909

Lucas, George A

Princeton: Princeton Univ. Press, 1979. First edition. Hardcover. Transcribed and with Introduction by Lilian M.C. Randall. 130 illustrations. Chronology. Index. A rich and virtually unexplored archive for the art historian and social historian. Provides a detailed record of prices paid and commissions issued to artists, dealers, and craftsmen. Lucas' acquaintances were Daumier, Cassatt, Whistler and Barye to name a few. Orig. mustard cloth. Fine in very good dust wrappers (small nick Vol.II front cover foot). 2 vols. Item #695

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