THE RAPE OF LA BELLE.
first edition Hardcover
1946 · Kansas City
by HAHN, HARRY.
Kansas City: Frank Glenn Publishing Co., 1946. In pictorial dust wrapper. With an introduction by Thomas Hart Benton. A fascinating expose about the American art world and the power of experts. A look into the intriguing world of "big time" art. Mr. Hahn examines the authenticity of "La Belle Ferronnierre" or "The Lady In The Red Dress" painted by Leonardo da Vinci. Was it real or a fake? He also looks at Sir Joseph Duveen and his art firm and the immense power they held in the art community. 274pp. We have multiple copies of this title, published by our bookshop in 1946! . First Edition. Black Cloth, Gilt Lettering.. Nearly Fine./Nearly Fine.. Octavo. (Inventory #: 001915)