1946 Degas et son oeuvre (4 vols) by Lemoisne, Paul-Andre
-First edition, limited to 980 copies, this being nº919.
4 volumes, 13 x 10 1/2 inches (Oversized), with more than 1,500 illustrations, including photos and two facsimile pages.
This comprehensive Catalogue Raisonné is the standard work on Degas.
• Volume 1: Biographical data and critical reviews.
• Volumes 2-3: Annotated catalogues of Degas’ oeuvre, listing a total of 1,466 works.
• Volume 4 (“Tables”): Compilation of indices covering subject themes and illustrations.
Condition: Inside pages yellowed but in good condition, no missing pages or tear. Some fading and soiling along edges of hardcover, with slight age toning. Text is in French. Clear slipcases are torn.
Very rare and highly collectible items, available in limited quantities, priced between $1,500 and $2,750 in the rare book market.
