Emil Milan: Midcentury Master

‎The Center for Art in Wood, 2018. Limited First Edition. Hardcover in etched wood slip case. The LIMITED EDITION in a masterfully made wooden slipcase.This is no. 77
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The limited edition version of the book is a true work of art worthy of Milan's level of craftsmanship, style, and beauty. Cherry veneer wood slip case with laser cut bird shape and laser-etched Emil Milan quote. Perfect gift idea for the woodworker, maker, designer, or mid-century modern lover. Hand numbered in a limited edition Hand signed by the members of the Emil Milan Research Team Hand stamped with an impression of Milan's own signature, carefully reproduced from the base of one of his artworks. 272 pages illustrated in full color with nearly 300 artworks and historical photos Over 35,000 words of text with end notes and index 9 x 11 inches 157gsm high-end, heavy weight art quality paper Image-wrapped hard cover with full-color endpapers, Smyth sewn body with exposed soft fabric spine that allows the book to lay virtually flat Foreword, introduction, and over 20,000-word main narrative section "Circle of Influence" section showcasing artwork by 17 artists taught or inspired by Emil Milan Catalogue of Emil Milan artworks of more than 100 pieces Biographical timeline, list of exhibitions, and list of museum collections Warm, luminescent wood is a hallmark of Milan's work. Following Milan's commitment to wood craft, the limited edition will come with a laser cut and etched wood slip case. The wooden slipcases are produced in Tieton, a small town in Central Washington state, by a studio called Mighty Tieton. They are creating products with established, successful, distinctive businesses by connecting creative urban entrepreneurs with local talent and resources. Tieton is uniquely positioned to be a hub for artisan businesses. This beautiful case shows reverence for the level of quality and craftsmanship that Milan put into every one of his pieces.The first publication dedicated to the artist Emil Milan, illustrated with his finest artistic creations with previously unseen documents and photographs.