Andrea Callen
The Spectacular Body: Science, Method, and Meaning in the Work of Degas.
Yale University Press, 1995. First edition. 0300054432 xii/244 pages.
Hardcover volume, measuring approximately 8" x 10.5", is in fine condition. Dust jacket exhibits minor loss at top/bottom of spine panel. Profusely illustrated.
Explores the ways in which the human body, especially the female body, was visualized by artists in the late-19th century. The book focuses on the work of Degas and deals with issues of gender, sexuality and visual representation to illuminate the Impressionist's depictions of women.