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The Departure of the Argonaut is a 1986 artist's book featuring text by Italian writer Alberto Savinio and illustrations by …
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The Departure of the Argonaut is a 1986 artist's book featuring text by Italian writer Alberto Savinio and illustrations by Italian artist Francesco Clemente.Book OverviewAuthor: Alberto Savinio (pseudonym of Andrea de Chirico, brother of Giorgio de Chirico)Illustrator: Francesco ClementeTranslator: George Scrivani (first English translation of the 1918 work La partenza dell'argonauta)Publisher: Petersburg Press, London and New YorkPublication Year: 1986Exhibition: Highlighted at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York from November 1986 to February 1987Key DetailsThe Text: Savinio’s 1918 wartime diary and travelogue recounts his autobiographical and fictionalized journey in 1917 crossing the sea to the Salonika front during World War I.The Artwork: Clemente created a series of 49 photolithographs and double-page spreads that visually interpret and illuminate the text. Each chapter uses distinct styles and printmaking techniques, blending surreal imagery with Savinio's narration.Editions: Issued as a limited bound edition (232 copies) and an unbound portfolio edition (56 copies).
Title: The Departure of the Argonaut
Author: Alberto Savinio / Francesco Clemente
Publisher: Petersburg Press
Publication year: 1986
Condition: Fairly Good
Binding: Paperback
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- Dimensions
- 9.25ʺW × 0.75ʺD × 11.75ʺH
- Styles
- Abstract Expressionism
- Styled After
- Assouline
- Harry N. Abrams
- TASCHEN
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- The book is a Quarto paperback, first edition thus; 48 double page lithographs printed on multi-coloured stock. There is mild … moreThe book is a Quarto paperback, first edition thus; 48 double page lithographs printed on multi-coloured stock. There is mild edgewear and rubbing to the cover (see photos), otherwise in overall good condition. No tears or stains, but the last folded page has some creases along the edge due to the rear cover's folding. Any wear is commensurate with its age and past handling. less
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