Norman Rockwell : artist and illustrator / Thomas S. Buechner.
| Author/creator | Rockwell, Norman |
| Other author | Buechner, Thomas S. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | [1st ed.]. |
| Publication Info | New York : Harry N. Abrams, ©1970. |
| Description | 328 pages : illustrations (some color, some folded) ; 44 cm |
| Subjects |
| Physical medium | illustration |
| Physical medium | polychrome |
| Contents | Introduction -- The first decade: 1910-1919 -- The twenties -- The thirties -- The forties -- The fifties -- The sixties -- Index. |
| Abstract | "'Normal Rockwell's subject is average America' ... These words from the text by Thomas S. Buechner, distinguished director of the Brooklyn Museum, explain Rockwell's enduring charm. And this volume, with is superb reproductions, including two, three, and even four-page spreads and foldouts in full color, finally does justice to an artist whose works have most often been seen only in the impermanent mediums of magazines and calendars. The author discusses Rockwell's life and career, from his early training, through the development of his mature style, to his recent interest in the major social issues of our time ... Thanks to his exhaustive study of Rockwell and his work, Buechner is able to draw a lively word-picture of an extraordinarily interesting personality -- who also happens to be a unique phenomenon in the history of art -- and places him in the great tradition of the story-telling artists of the past ... This rich collection provides an unparalleled panorama of nearly sixty years of American social history, seen from Rockwell's enormously popular point of view. A full index of the works by category helps to make the volume an invaluable addition to the history of American illustration."--Jacket. |
| Local note | Joyner Rare Oversize copy autographed by Fred S. Hudson Jr on front flyleaf. |
| General note | Includes index. |
| Digital Bookplate | Bookplate for Fred S. Hudson, Jr. |
| Acquisitions source | Joyner Rare Oversize copy Gift of Margaret F. (Ricki) Hudson, 2026 |
| Genre/form | Illustrated works. |
| Genre/form | collective biographies. |
| Genre/form | Biographies |
| Genre/form | Books. |
| Genre/form | Biographies. |
| LCCN | 75125785 |
| ISBN | 0810904527 |
| ISBN | 9780810904521 |
| Stock number | 51.00 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Rare Collection - Oversize | ND237.R68 B8 1970 | ✔ Available | Request Material |