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LINDSAY, Norman (1879-1969). The Etchings of Norman Lindsay...
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LINDSAY, Norman (1879-1969). The Etchings of Norman Lindsay. London: Constable & Co. Ltd., 1927. Folio. Illustrated with an original etching (?Your Fate") signed and captioned by Lindsay, and 45 reproductions of original etchings. [viii] pp. Publisher's deluxe binding of quarter vellum over off-white cloth boards, boards and spine stamped in gilt (very light rubbing, toning to boards, light toning to endleaves, text and plates). Fine.FIRST EDITION, THE SCARCE DELUXE EDITION, #4/31 COPIES SIGNED BY LINDSAY ON AN INSERTED LIMITATION LEAF (OUT OF 25 COPIES DESIGNATED FOR SALE). Lindsay was one of the most important and popular Australian artists of his generation, with much of his work combining erotic themes with paganism, drawing much criticism during his lifetime. The film, Sirens (1994, directed by John Duigan and starring Hugh Grant, Sam Neill, and Elle Macpherson,) is based upon Lindsay's life. From the collection of Louis A. Irmo. Measurements: 16"L x 14"W x 2"H.
