Creative Claywork, by Harald Isenstein. New York: Sterling Publishing Co., Inc., 1963 printing of the original 1960 edition. Hardcover; 96 numbered pages; approx. 8½” x 7”. Generously illustrated throughout with drawings and photos.

          Kurt Harald Isenstein (1898-1980) was a German sculptor. Fun fact about his lifelong career: some of his work was entered into the art competition in the 1928 Summer Olympics in Amsterdam.

          This book is a thorough guide to small-scale sculpting in clay, for beginners and those of intermediate experience. It discusses basic techniques and tools, plus detailed and illustrated instructions for several kinds of figures and subjects.

          Book condition is “good” or a bit better: boards and spine are straight and square; the binding is not completely tight, but everything remains securely attached; some ownership marks inside from cover; some damage to pages 17-18, but not bad. Please see all listing pics.

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