Description
1965 edition. Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This vintage instructional book from the renowned Grumbacher art supplies company offers a window into the mid-20th century American approach to drawing. Published in 1965, at the height of the Abstract Expressionist movement, “The Art of Drawing” likely presents a more traditional, academic perspective on the fundamentals of line, form, and shading. While avant-garde artists were exploding conventions, books like this preserved tried-and-true techniques passed down through ateliers and art schools. For collectors, this well-preserved copy represents a fascinating artifact from an era when commercial art instruction materials walked a line between innovative styles and long-upheld classical methods. Readers will find insights into the pedagogical philosophies that shaped countless American artists before the internet age, making this book a compelling time capsule.
