Hummel: The Complete Collector's Guide and Illustrated Reference

Hummel: The Complete Collector's Guide and Illustrated Reference by Eric Ehrmann. Published by Portfolio Press Corp, Huntington, NY, 1976. 1st Stated Edition 2nd Printing. Hardbound w/Paper DJ. Folio. Condition: Nr Fine in Chipped DJ. This beautifully illustrated book brings out the full story of M. I. Hummel figurines for the first time. The author traces the artist's life from her earliest childhood, through her school years, her achievement at art school in Munich, and the solemn decision to become a Franciscan Sister. For the avid collector, the heart of this book will be the collection itself, shown completely in color and fully documented. Includes a Goebel catalog from Hummelwerk, W Germany, dealer in Elmsford NY; a 1975 price list from a Connecticut department store; plus an unopened envelope of ''Printed Matter'' from Germany. 259 Pgs. Description text copyright 2007 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 14738.