Decter jacqueline (30 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: New. The item is brand new, never used or read. It's in perfect condition and may include supplements and/or access codes or come shrink-wrapped. 3rd Edition, New Edition of Messenger of Beauty.

hardcover. Zustand: New. Brand New.

Zustand: New.

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. dj is price-clipped and shows minor wear. long gift inscription on the ffep. pages clean.

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. Paperback in near fine condition. Corners are lightly chipped. Pages clean and binding sound. Nicholas Roerich's facsimile signature on half title page. Minor shelf wear.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Second Edition. 27 x 27 cm 182 pp with colour and b&w illustrations throughout. Wrappers, verry good.

Zustand: New. 2023. 3rd Edition, New Edition of Messenger of Beauty. Hardback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Zustand: New. In English.

Softcover. Zustand: Very Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice book in great condition. Pages in excellent condition. Softcover. English. Pub Year 1997, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> In Messenger of Beauty: The Life and Visionary Art of Nicholas Roerich, Jacqueline Decter presents an extensive exploration of the life and artistic journey of Nicholas Roerich, a multifaceted individual deeply connected with nature, knowledge, and beauty. Known for his remarkable output of over 7,000 paintings and set designs, Roerich's contributions extend beyond art; his archaeological findings have significantly advanced the understanding of human origins in Russia and Central Asia. His humanitarian efforts led to a nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize, yet his recognition in the West remained limited until recent years, primarily acknowledged as a painter of Himalayan landscapes.Decter's comprehensive narrative chronicles each stage of Roerich's diverse career, encompassing his early university education, involvement in the vibrant Russian art scene, studies in Paris, marriage to Helena Shaposhnikova, and his role in stage design. The book also highlights his extensive travels throughout Europe, the United States, Central Asia, and the Far East, as well as his efforts to establish art schools and international cultural organisations across three continents. The inclusion of biographical detail and numerous reproductions of Roerich's artwork enriches the reader's understanding of his legacy.Roerich's diverse talents, framed by his training as an artist and lawyer, led him to articulate profound ideas on ethics, the arts, and cultural unity. His scientific and cultural insights enabled friendships with influential figures, including political leaders and artists. In this way, Decter's biography positions Roerich not only as a creative force but as a significant figure bridging the cultural heritage of humanity with the potential for future artistic endeavours, illustrating his enduring impact as a visionary artist.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 3rd new edition. 192 pages. 10.00x8.00x0.51 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. Dust jacket missing. First edition, second printing. Minor shelf and handling wear, overall a clean solid copy with minimal signs of use. Secure packaging for safe delivery.

Zustand: Very Good.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardcover, dust jacket protected in mylar wrap. Black cloth over boards, silver design and text on cover and spine. Clean, square copy. Text and art unmarked. Light shelf wear, previous owner's name written on front free endpaper. tbrc/art.…

Zustand: NEW.

Gebunden. Zustand: New. &Uumlber den AutorrnrnJacqueline Decter, Ph.D., is a scholar of Russian literature with a doctorate in Slavic languages from the University of Michigan. A former editor-in-chief at Doubleday Entertainment, she lives in New York City.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A fully illustrated biography of mystic, artist, and explorer Nicholas Roerich Includes 88 color plates showcasing the variety of Roerich's artistic talent, from breathtaking Himalayan landscapes to set and costume designs, most notably for Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring Examines Roerich's profound love for folk traditions of Russia, India, and Tibet and his spiritual quests across the Himalayan Mountains in search of beauty and the lost paradise of Shambala Reveals how Roerich's life and work significantly influenced the development of modern art and cultureNicholas Roerich (18741947) was a Russian artist, writer, archaeologist, explorer, mystic, theosophist, and peacemaker who left a rich legacy of nearly 7,000 visionary paintings and 30 books on the mystic East. Twice nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize due to the Roerich Peace Pacta remarkable treaty signed by President Roosevelt that sought to preserve cultural monuments during times of warRoerich had a profound love for folk traditions of Russia, India, and Tibet, especially legends of lost cities and paradise. Together with his wife and two sons, from the 1890s into the 1930s, Roerich embarked on a number of spiritual quests through India, the Gobi Desert, the Altai and Kunlun Mountains, Mongolia, and Tibet, crisscrossing the Himalayan Mountains many times before settling in Kulu, India, in the shadows of the great mountain range. Through his explorations throughout the world and the immersive art he created during those travels, he was seeking the grains of spiritual truth behind the legends of paradise lost, including during his pilgrimages in search of Shambala. Revealing the mystical world of Nicholas Roerich in stunning full color, Jacqueline Decter invites us to witness Roerich's far-reaching vision and dedication to beauty across the full scope of his inspiring life and artistic career. This new hardcover edition features Decter's translations of many Russian texts into English as well as 88 color plates showcasing the variety of Roerich's artistic talent, from breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and spiritual themes to set and costume designs, most notably for Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring. A celebration of Roerich as both visionary artist and visionary explorer, this fully illustrated biography illuminates a man whose life and work significantly influenced the development of modern art and culture.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. The Visionary Art of Nicholas Roerich | A Messenger of Beauty | Jacqueline Decter | Buch | Gebunden | Englisch | 2023 | Inner Traditions Bear and Company | EAN 9781644117972 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Near fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: very good +. First Edition. 4to ( 27 x 27 cm). 223 pp. Black cloth covers with silver gilt titles to spine. Text block tight and unmarked. Unclipped DJ. Nicholas Roerich (illustrator).

Zustand: acceptable. Ausreichend/Acceptable: Exemplar mit vollständigem Text und sämtlichen Abbildungen oder Karten. Schmutztitel oder Vorsatz können fehlen. Einband bzw. Schutzumschlag weisen unter Umständen starke Gebrauchsspuren auf. / Describes a book or dust jacket that has the complete text pages (including those with maps or plates) but may lack endpapers, half-title, etc. (which must be noted). Binding, dust jacket (if any), etc may also be worn.…

224 S. Sehr gutes Exemplar. Bibliotheksstempel auf Einbandinnenseiten. Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 0 4°, Leinen, gebunden, Schutzumschlag.

Zustand: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

224pp. 88 color plates, numerous text illus. Lrg. oblong 4to. Cloth. D.j.

Leinen. 1989. 223 S. Oln. OU. Buch.

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. French language. 10.87x10.47x0.94 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: Gut. 4to. 223, (1) S. OLn. mit OSchU. Bleistiftnotiz auf Vorsatz, sonst gutes Exemplar.