Vintage History of Art by H.W. Janson - 1966 Eighth Printing Illustrated Clothbound Hardcover

A substantial mid-century survey of Western art, H.W. Janson’s History of Art traces artistic traditions from the ancient world through later European movements with extensive illustrations throughout. The gray cloth binding and oversized format give this 1966 copy the classic scholarly presence of a well-used art school reference book.

Condition
Good vintage condition with visible age and use. Gray cloth boards show discoloration, staining, spotting, and general surface wear, with additional wear along the edges and spine. No dust jacket is present. Interior pages shown appear clean and well preserved for their age. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition.

Publication Details
Title: History of Art
Author: H.W. Janson
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams, Incorporated
Publication Year: 1966
Edition/Printing: Eighth Printing
Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 62-11620
Language: English
Printed in: West Germany
Bound in: Holland

Measurements
Height: 12"
Width: 9.5"
Thickness: 2"

Binding
Clothbound Hardcover

Features
Eighth printing of the original 1962 edition
Extensively illustrated art history reference
Oversized format
Gray woven cloth boards
Gilt cover and spine lettering
Mid-century academic reference book
Printed in West Germany and bound in Holland

Additional Notes
First published in October 1962, this copy is specifically identified on the copyright page as the eighth printing from February 1966, making it an early printing of Janson's influential art-history survey rather than a later revised edition.
All books are vintage and may show age-related wear consistent with their history. Please review all photos carefully.
A unique find and purr-fectly peculiar.