Adriano Pallini

A volume dedicated to Adriano Pallini (1897–1955), a renowned Milanese entrepreneur and art collector, best known for his connections with the greatest artists of 20th-century Italy. Copy no. 59. Includes 16 plates inserted in the text (one in color): paintings, sculptures, and bronzes from the Pallini collection. A fine commemorative edition, limited to 250 numbered copies (copy no. 59). Includes recollections and testimonials from leading figures of 20th-century Italian art, along with short signed writings by: Massimo Lelj, Borra, Campigli, Caldarelli, Carlo Carrà, De Chirico, Fontana, Achille Funi, Manzù, Messina, Mario Sironi, and others. Dated and signed by the artist’s wife on the flyleaf. Elegant original binding in “bombée” parchment style, with gold frames and title. 1956