1898 Rare First Edition - Love in Art by Mary Knight Potter

Author: Mary Knight Potter.
Title: Love in Art.
Publisher: Boston, L. C. Page and Company, 1898.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7.5 X 5 inches.
Pages: xiv-260 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good original white cloth binding with an elaborate gilt and blue decorative design on the front cover, featuring a central figure of a woman holding flowers. The spine includes a gilt floral motif with the title and author's name in gilt. (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown, spine slightly faded - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. Upper edge gilt.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown,  ex-libris and date of a previous owner on the first endpaper.
Illustrations: Illustrated with numerous black-and-white plates, including depictions of famous artworks such as "Springtime of Love" by Thuman and "The Huguenot Lovers" by Millais. The plates are well-preserved, with sharp details that complement the scholarly text.

Estimate: (USD $150-$250).

The book: This First Edition of "Love in Art" is a beautiful exploration of the theme of love as represented in various artistic forms throughout history. Mary Knight Potter delves into diverse cultural expressions, offering insight into the emotional and aesthetic power of love in art. This first edition, richly illustrated and exquisitely bound, is a testament to the craftsmanship of late 19th-century book production. A perfect addition for collectors of art history and decorative books.

The author: Mary Knight Potter (1863–1914) was an American writer and art historian known for her insightful works on art and culture. Her engaging writing style and deep understanding of art history have made her books enduringly popular among scholars and art enthusiasts.