Lament for the Death of a Matador: Four Paintings Based on the Poem Llanto Por Ignacio Sanchez Mejias by Gabriel Garcia Lorca
Sevilla: John Fulton Short, 1964. First Edition. Near fine copy in the original gilt-blocked (pictorial) dark buckram; edges very slightly dust-toned. Some light rubbing to the top edge of the front panel. Complete with the original printed slip-case, which is very slightly worn. Further scans and additional bibliographic detail available on request. ; 41 pages; 1st edition limited to 900 copies. Illustrated with 4 colour paintings by John Fulton Short based on the poem especially for this book. The paintings are loosely inserted in the rear pocket. Very large format book. 41p. 4 colour plates (in pocket); 49 cm. Subjects: Sanchez Mejias, Ignacio, 1887-1934 --Bullfights in art --Bullfights --Poetry. List of subscribers enclosed. Item #56439
Price: €125.00