Maggie Laubser: her paintings, drawings and graphics compiled (1994) by Dalene Marais

Maggie Laubser: her paintings, drawings and graphics compiled by Dalene Marais

First Edition First Impression 1994 

Johannesburg: Perskor Publishers. This is a very, very scarce book with the one copy on Antiquarian Auctions (not in perfect condition) selling for $3500 / R54 000 (Auction 23) and another copy selling for $3042 / R48 000 (Auction 38).

This book is divided into two main sections. The first part consists of three chapters:  1. Juvenilia (1886-1913); Chapter 2: Maggie Laubser: Her evolution as an artist; and Chapter 3. exhibitions 1909-1980. 

The second section - from page 91 to 390 is a catalogue that contains all her works that have been traced, except for her sketchbooks and a few loose sketches. This is of significant value for art collectors.

The introductory text gives a chronological account of the artists life 1883 to 1973 the year of her death.

The catalogue contains all the works that have been traced, except for the sketchbooks and a few loose sketches.

Binding: Hard cover with laminated pictorial cover. It does not seem to have been published with a dust jacket.

Book Condition: There is significant damage to the bottom of the spine with a section missing - please see photos.

Edition: First Edition First Impression 1994 

Pages: 420

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