LANDOWSKI (Paul). The Stone of Eternity. - Lot 203

LANDOWSKI (Paul). The Stone of Eternity. Paris, Somogy Éditions d'Art / Historial de la Grande Guerre, 2004. Large quarto, illustrated hardcover by the publisher. A major monograph devoted to the work of sculptor Paul Landowski (1875–1961), winner of the Grand Prix de Rome and creator of numerous major 20th-century monuments, including the Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, the Ghosts of Chalmont Hill, and the war memorials erected after World War I. Richly illustrated with historical and contemporary photographs, preparatory drawings, models, and archival documents, this volume traces Landowski’s entire artistic career and highlights his essential role in the renewal of French monumental sculpture. Condition A fine copy with an illustrated dust jacket.